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The power of contempt must be a "measure of last resort," as judicial independence is best secured through transparency and quality judgments, rather than legal coercion to suppress democratic dissent or criticism.
Click to View MoreJudges are removed through a strict parliamentary and quasi-judicial process under Article 124(4) and the Judges Inquiry Act. No judge has been removed so far. The system balances accountability and independence but faces challenges from high thresholds, political motives and calls for reform.
Click to View MoreKarnataka leads judicial reform by integrating AI into district courts to reduce pendency and streamline administration. The judiciary uses AI for research and case management to boost efficiency and transparency, while enforcing strict ethical safeguards to prevent bias and uphold impartial, speedy justice for every citizen.
Click to View MoreImpeachment is a constitutional process, which ensures accountability within the judiciary. The process begins with a motion for removal in either house of Parliament, passed by a special majority in both houses, and the President issues an order for the judge's removal. Despite six attempts since independence, no judge has been impeached thus far.
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