Three prominent legal experts wrote a column asking the High Court College why Judge S Muralidhar, who recently retired as Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court, was not appointed as a judge. judgment of the Supreme Court.
Senior Counsel Fali S Nariman, former Supreme Court Justice Madan B Lokur, and Senior Counsel and Arbitrator Sriram Panchu wrote an article in The Indian Express, titled "A Question for the University Learn:
Why is Justice S Muralidhar not brought before the High Court?
Calling him one of the best judges in this country in recent times, three prominent jurists said that when Judge Muralidhar retired, the judiciary had lost a valuable asset, its golden jewel. Diamonds should shine on the crown.
The authors say that the burning question that should be asked of the Supreme Court panel is why, despite such stellar qualifications and huge success, he has not been brought before the Court. Supreme.
The article asks:
What are the reasons for rejecting Judge Muralidhar's "legitimate" position despite such clearly demonstrated merit, as well as unparalleled integrity and honesty?
Sometimes these questions are asked rhetorically, but this case is a well-known cause, the kind of case that illustrates the operation of a system that must be grasped if we are to test and improve it. Through their article, the jurists sought answers on behalf of retired judges and attorneys, as well as all others with an interest and interest in a functioning justice system. good practice.
“Why is S Muralidhar not offered the position of Supreme Court Justice, especially when two positions are vacant? And as a side question without deviating from the main question, why wasn't he even appointed Chief Justice of the largest and chartered Supreme Court in Madras, a decision initiated by the university? initiative, not obeyed by the government, and not prosecuted by the school?" read the article.
