Constitution Quote by Kapil Sibal
“Just as judges have enormous stake in the appointment of judicial officers in the higher judiciary, the government has an equal stake. Since both of us have stakes in the appointment of members of the higher judiciary, the consultation of both of them is absolutely necessary. The government must have a say.”
About This Quote
Judicial appointments require balanced input from both government and judiciary to ensure legitimacy.
In simple terms: Both branches must share influence over high‑court selections.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for shared decision‑making in judicial nominations.
Themes
governance
judicial independence
checks and balances
Mood
formal
concerned
Type
political
institutional
When to use this quote
- legislative hearings
- appointment committees
- public consultations
- reform proposals
Key Concepts
separation of powers
political legitimacy
institutional trust
Questions to Reflect On
- How can transparency be increased?
- What safeguards prevent partisan dominance?
A Different Perspective
Political rivalry may stall appointments.
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