Constitution Quote by Amul Thapar
“It is not the responsibility of the judiciary to amend poor legislative drafting, even if judges would personally prefer a different outcome than what is required by a statute's text.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Judicial Responsibility Conference, Amul Thapar, 2019
Judges should interpret law as written, not rewrite legislation, even if personal views differ.
In simple terms: Judges must follow statutes, not change them.
Key Takeaway
Respect legislative intent and uphold the rule of law.
Themes
law
judiciary
legislation
responsibility
interpretation
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
legal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- court decisions
- law drafting
- policy analysis
- legal education
Key Concepts
separation of powers
judicial restraint
Questions to Reflect On
- When should judges consider legislative flaws?
- How to balance fidelity to text with fairness?
A Different Perspective
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