942 Words Essay on Accountability of Judiciary
Legislature, executive and judiciary are said to be the three pillars of democracy. Some people even believe that judiciary is the protector of democracy. For the last many years judiciary has upheld the true values of justice in India. But now, it appears that this strong pillar is shaking.The judges-worshipped like gods and thought to be incorruptible-are facing charges of corruption, manipulation and immoral practices.The Chief Justice of India, Justice K.G. Balakrishnan has asked the Chief Justice of High Courts to follow a judicial resolution and declare their assets. He has also circulated a restatement of values of judicial life-a 16-point set of guidelines on ‘do’s and don’ts for judges’ among all the judges-to make judiciary clean, strong and worthy of respect. Image Source : pakinside.com ADVERTISEMENTS: The apex judicial…