Law Quote by Arun Jaitley
“Over Legislation is not necessarily a virtue. It often leads to misuse of law.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Parliamentary Debate, India, 2015
Excessive laws can become tools for abuse rather than protection.
In simple terms: Too many rules can be misused.
Key Takeaway
Beware of over‑legislation.
Themes
law
ethics
power
governance
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
political
advisory
When to use this quote
- policy making
- corporate compliance
- civil rights activism
- judicial review
Key Concepts
legalism
misuse of authority
checks and balances
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure laws protect without being weaponized?
- What safeguards stop misuse?
A Different Perspective
Even well‑intended statutes can be exploited.
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