Archive · 15 Dec 2025
BR Gavai on Judiciary, Democracy, and Constitutional Values
BR Gavai, who used to be the Chief Justice of India, talked about how the judiciary, government, and parliament work together to protect the Constitution.
He said the Constitution is the supreme law and all three branches must follow it.
He also discussed important topics like bulldozer justice, reservations for marginalized communities, and the independence of the judiciary.
Gavai emphasized that judges should make decisions based on the law and their conscience, not public opinion.
He also talked about the collegium system for appointing judges and why it's important to keep the judiciary independent from government influence.
Additionally, he mentioned the judiciary's role in monitoring issues like firecracker pollution and ensuring personal liberties are protected.
BR Gavai emphasized that the Constitution is supreme and all three branches of government must work under it.
He discussed the evolving nature of judicial decisions, stating that judgments should adapt to socio-economic changes.
Gavai laid down guidelines for bulldozer justice, ensuring due process is followed and officers are held accountable for violations.
He supported the relaxation of the firecracker ban in Delhi, allowing a two-day window for use while directing a study on AQI levels.
Gavai defended the collegium system for judicial appointments, stating it ensures the independence of the judiciary and cannot be influenced by government veto.
- Who
- BR Gavai, former Chief Justice of India
- What
- Discussion on the role of the judiciary, constitutional values, and recent judgments
- When
- Date not specified in the article
- Where
- Idea Exchange with The Indian Express
- Why
- To share insights on the judiciary's role in protecting the Constitution and democracy
- Name
- BR Gavai
- Role
- Former Chief Justice of India
- Event
- Idea Exchange with The Indian Express
- Key Topics
- Judicial Independence, Bulldozer Justice, Reservation, NJAC, Firecracker Ban
- Moderator
- Ananthakrishnan G
- Date
- Not specified in the article
- Constitution
- Supreme and all three wings work under it
- Judicial Appointments
- Collegium system has worked well