Justice KV Viswanathan
Supreme Court Justice KV Viswanathan on Saturday raised concerns about the increasing spread of misinformation, particularly through platforms like WhatsApp, referring to the phenomenon as “WhatsApp University.”
He cautioned against falling for fake news, saying, “We should not get carried away by such messages. A lot of truth decay is happening.”
Speaking at an event at OP Jindal Global Law University, Justice Viswanathan addressed the need to defend the rights of minorities, emphasizing that the term “minority” includes not just religious groups but also linguistic minorities. He remarked, “We are all minorities. It is important to protect these rights in every context, whether we are judges, legislature, or executive.”
Reflecting on India’s performance as a constitutional democracy, the judge noted that the country has performed extraordinarily well, citing the smooth functioning of the Constitution and the strength of its citizens. He highlighted the peaceful transitions of power, with no judges, legislators, or executives clinging to positions after their tenures ended.
“There has never been any threat of secession, and that shows the greatness of our people,” he said.
Justice Viswanathan also praised the Supreme Court’s Basic Structure Doctrine, calling it one of the most important pronouncements that has stood the test of time. He added, “The judiciary has performed a very salutary role and firm check on excesses.”
The judge underscored the judiciary’s duty to provide speedy justice, stating that delays in justice violate the rule of law. “Filing cases shows faith in the judiciary, but people also look for timely justice,” he said, emphasizing that this was an integral part of the Constitution’s basic structure.
In closing, Justice Viswanathan affirmed that while the judiciary must respect all constitutional organs, it should do so “at arm’s length.”
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