Authority Quote by Prashant Bhushan
“It is a fundamental principle that every institution must be accountable to an authority which is independent of that institution. Yet somehow, the judiciary has propagated a view that the judiciary can only be accountable to itself.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Lecture on Judicial Accountability, 2022
Institutions should answer to an external, independent authority, not just to themselves; the judiciary often claims self‑regulation.
In simple terms: Institutions need external oversight; courts claim self‑control.
Key Takeaway
Demand independent oversight for courts.
Themes
accountability
judiciary
governance
law
transparency
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
analytical
policy
When to use this quote
- legal reform
- policy making
- public oversight
- anti‑corruption campaigns
Key Concepts
separation of powers
checks and balances
institutional integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can independent bodies be truly impartial?
- What mechanisms ensure judicial accountability?
A Different Perspective
Self‑accountability may be insufficient without external checks.
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