Supreme Court Urges Swift Justice to Uphold Rule of Law
The Supreme Court stressed the importance of speedy justice for maintaining the rule of law, emphasizing that courts should prevent any unjustified delays in proceedings. This follows the setting aside of a Madras High Court decision that ordered further investigation into a 2013 case, highlighting the negative impact of frivolous legal actions.
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The Supreme Court has underscored the crucial role of timely justice in upholding the rule of law, warning that delays in legal proceedings can have long-term disastrous effects.
A bench comprising Justices B R Gavai and K V Viswanathan emphasized that all parties involved have the right to expect justice within a reasonable timeframe. They cautioned that courts should be alert against any attempts to delay proceedings without valid justification.
The Court overturned an April 2021 Madurai Bench ruling for a reinvestigation in a 2013 case, criticizing baseless legal actions that contribute to case backlogs. The bench urged the legal community to avoid initiating frivolous proceedings that strain the judicial system.
(With inputs from agencies.)