May 08, 2025 03:53 PM IST
The Supreme Court said it is of the firm opinion that “courts are not as fragile as flowers to wither and wilt under such ludicrous statements”.
The Supreme Court on Thursday came down heavily on Bharatiya Janata Party MP Nishikant Dubey, calling his recent remarks against the apex court and its judges “highly irresponsible” and reflect a penchant to attract attention by casting aspersions on the court and judges.
“MP’s remarks show ignorance about the role of the constitutional courts and the duties and obligations bestowed on them under the Constitution,” said the Supreme Court in a strongly worded order.
The Supreme Court said it is of the firm opinion that “courts are not as fragile as flowers to wither and wilt under such ludicrous statements”.
The Supreme Court was hearing a plea seeking direction to initiate suo motu contempt case against Nishikant Dubey for allegedly making derogatory and scandalising remarks against the Supreme Court and Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna.
The petition sought directions to the Union home ministry to issue an advisory to all chief secretaries of states to curb the hate and provocative speeches by political parties and its leaders related to Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025.
On April 22, the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) passed a resolution condemning remarks made by Dubey against the Supreme Court and the CJI.
Dubey had allegedly said the “Supreme Court is taking the country towards anarchy” and that “Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna is responsible for the civil wars taking place in the country”.
