Journalism of Courage
A day after Chief Justice of India P Sathasivam said the verdict on releasing seven convicts in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case will be delivered before April 25 — his last day as CJI — DMK chief M Karunanidhi Saturday questioned the propriety of making such a comment, given that Tamil Nadu goes to polls on April 24.
“With the polling scheduled on April 24, many share the fear the comment on a such a sensitive case could have political repercussions, and has triggered an intense debate among the legal fraternity,” Karunanidhi said.
The consequences of the CJI making such a statement in public should be considered, he said.“Taking an appropriate decision on this will protect judicial principles, and will be for the good of all,” he added. ENS
