Delhi, September 20: The Supreme Court has taken note of controversial remarks made by Karnataka High Court judge Justice Vedavyasachar Srishananda in his recent hearings. Leading a five-judge bench, Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud noted that the court convened specifically to address comments that had sparked public outrage and gone viral on social media. The Supreme Court has requested a detailed report from the Karnataka High Court regarding the comments made during judicial proceedings, underscoring the seriousness of the situation.

As discussions surrounding the issue continue, the Supreme Court has made it clear that such remarks cannot be taken lightly, especially in the age of social media. The five-judge bench is not only concerned about the comments themselves but also about the broader implications for judicial conduct in a democratic society. The CJI remarked on the need for judges to be mindful of their statements, given their potential impact on public perception and the rule of law. Let’s look at the comments made by Justice Srishananda that drew the Supreme Court’s ire. ‘If Asked Tomorrow, You Will Tell What Colour of Undergarment He Wears’: Viral Video Shows Justice Vedavyasachar Srishananda Reprimanding Woman Lawyer, Sparks Outrage.

Here's What Karnataka HC Judge Justice Vedavyasachar Srishananda Said

Justice Vedavyasachar Srishananda sparked controversy when he referred to a Muslim-dominated locality in Bengaluru as “Pakistan” during a hearing related to a landlord-tenant dispute on August 28. The judge made this remark while discussing traffic issues near the Mysore Road flyover, suggesting that no amount of police presence could improve the situation in that area. “Go to the Mysore Road flyover; every auto rickshaw has ten people. It is not applicable because the Mysore flyover right up to the flower market from Gori Palya is in Pakistan, not in India. This is the reality,” he was heard stating in a viral clip. Supreme Court of India YouTube Channel Hacked, Videos of US-Based Company Ripple Being Shown on Compromised Account.

Justice Vedavyasachar Srishananda Calls Muslim Dominated Area in Bengaluru Pakistan

Justice Vedavyasachar Srishananda Makes Objectionable Comments Against Woman Lawyer

In a separate video, Justice Srishananda's remarks to a woman lawyer raised further eyebrows. During a court proceeding, he commented that she seemed well-informed about the "opposition party," suggesting her knowledge was so extensive that she could even reveal the colour of their undergarments. With the report from the Karnataka High Court expected soon, the Supreme Court is poised to revisit the matter next week on Wednesday, September 25. The outcome of this inquiry could set important precedents regarding judicial conduct and the standards expected of judges in their remarks.

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