Constitution Quote by Prashant Bhushan
“The judiciary is the only institution in the country which remains totally unaccountable. There is no institution with disciplinary powers over the judiciary.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Forum on Judicial Reform, 2020
The judiciary lacks external accountability and disciplinary mechanisms.
In simple terms: Courts aren’t overseen.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for judicial oversight.
Themes
accountability
judiciary
governance
Mood
critical
serious
Type
analytical
political
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- law school curricula
- media analysis
Key Concepts
checks and balances
legal ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can accountability be balanced with independence?
- What mechanisms protect judicial integrity?
A Different Perspective
Reforms may face political resistance.
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