Former Supreme Court Judge Sudhanshu Dhulia Defends Academic Dissent
· India · Indian Express, The Hindu
Former Supreme Court judge Sudhanshu Dhulia stated that universities must remain spaces for fierce and unfettered dissent. In a conversation with The Indian Express, he emphasized that tolerance is a fundamental constitutional value that should not be diluted in educational institutions. Reflecting on the hijab controversy, he cited Justice O Chinnappa Reddy’s 1980s verdict to argue that the Constitution of India is built on the spirit of tolerance. Justice Dhulia also addressed the need for reforms within the judicial collegium system, describing it as a subject for broader debate. He further discussed the challenges of media scrutiny in the era of live-streamed court proceedings.
Why it matters
Justice Dhulia’s stance on dissent and tolerance provides a significant perspective on the ongoing national debate regarding fundamental rights in educational spaces.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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