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flag Former Indian Chief Justice BR Gavai defends judiciary independence, cites judge shortage, and warns against judicial overreach.

flag Former Chief Justice of India BR Gavai, in a recent interview, defended the judiciary's independence, stating judges base decisions on law and facts, not politics. flag He criticized personal attacks on judges as inappropriate, affirmed the impeachment process is underway for Delhi High Court Judge Yashwant Varma, and highlighted India’s severe judge shortage, one of the lowest ratios globally. flag Gavai supported judicial activism to aid marginalized groups but warned against overreach, cautioning against “judicial terrorism.” He emphasized the separation of powers, condemned “bulldozer justice,” and stressed accountability, including contempt proceedings and government rebuilding of illegally demolished homes.

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