Case Quote by Prashant Bhushan
“The Ramaswami case and subsequent attempts to impeach judges have demonstrated the total impracticality of that instrument to discipline judges.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Lecture on Judicial Reform, India, 2020
The impeachment process is ineffective for disciplining judges, showing its impracticality in maintaining judicial accountability.
In simple terms: Impeachment fails to discipline judges.
Key Takeaway
Seek alternative accountability mechanisms.
Themes
judicial accountability
legal reform
institutional checks
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
analytical
commentary
When to use this quote
- court oversight
- legislative reform
- public advocacy
- media scrutiny
Key Concepts
separation of powers
rule of law
political feasibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternative mechanisms could ensure judicial accountability?
- How can public trust be maintained without impeachment?
A Different Perspective
Impeachment may still be needed for extreme misconduct, despite limitations.
