Opinion Merit matters
Fali S. Narimans suggestion about an ombudsman over the Supreme Court collegium deserves to be examined by the government in the...
• Fali S. Narimans suggestion about an ombudsman over the Supreme Court collegium deserves to be examined by the government in the light of judicial reforms and the P.D. Dinakaran furore. His observation about the role played by caste is serious; and its only the character and moral fibre of a judge that can save the day. Caste plays a predominant role in Indian society in every sphere of life. Bench-hunting is resorted to by clients or their advocates to help the case. Many factors and considerations are weighed in. But isnt it difficult to ignore merit always? Should merit not be given statutory force,with proper safeguards,to avoid embarrassing situations?
R.K. Mahajan
New Shimla
Clear the air
• This refers to Courting scrutiny . The ongoing controversy about reported allegations by senior lawyers against P.D. Dinakarans elevation to the SC doesnt augur well for the higher judiciary. Since the SC collegium comprises of eminent jurists of the highest calibre and unquestionable integrity,it may like to make a discreet inquiry at its own level in this case and the proposed nomination of Justice Dinakaran may be kept on hold pending an outcome. This will clear the air. However,Fali Narimans suggestion regarding an independent ombudsman to examine complaints against SC and high court judges,also merits consideration.
Anjana Gupta
Loud and dangerous
• This refers to the editorial Watch him. Communal elements,violently propagating their agendas,have generally gained undesirable support from the like-minded. Unfortunately,our law and order machinery has often ignored them as insignificant. Thats how Raj Thackerays MNS gained ground; or,earlier,outfits like the Shiv Sena and Bajrang Dal were formed. An indifferent administrative approach has proved harmful to society in the long run.
Now,when a Pramod Muthalik,through his Hindu agenda,promotes the culture of violence and intolerance imposing dress codes on women,terrorising people on personal choice and social inter-mingling,etc serious attention needs to be paid. In no way should the government ignore a Muthaliks moves and public utterances. Such people should be handled ruthlessly,and without concessions.
Ved Guliani
Hisar
Great game!
• Indias Davis Cup team has done the country proud in thrashing South Africa to return to the ranks of the Davis Cup elite. The victory was all the sweeter,coming without the efforts of Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupathi. Indian tennis is on a high and Somdev Devvarman is Indias new superstar. He has all the makings of a great tennis player; the world of tennis should see a lot more of him in the future.
S.N. Kabra
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