SC Judge Statement: If those in power are angry, so be it, do not hesitate in taking the right decision, Justice Nagarathna’s strong message to the judges.

News India Live, Digital Desk: Justice Nagarathna in his speech emphasized that the greatest quality of a judge is his independence. He said that the judiciary should work above any external pressure or political gains and losses.1. “Don’t Worry About Power” (Don’t Worry About Power) Justice Nagarathna said in clear words: Fearlessness: Judges should not worry about whether their decision will upset the people in power or not. Attachment to career: He warned that if a judge changes the decision out of fear that it will stop his promotion or he will come in the ‘dislike list’ of the government, then he will not be doing justice to his post. Judicial Dharma: He said, “We must abide by our oath, which is our ‘Judicial Dharma’, no matter what its consequences may be on our careers.”2. The smallest but most powerful word: “NO” In the context of temptations and pressures, he said something very practical: “The smallest word and the shortest sentence in the English language is ‘NO’. Whenever you are faced with any temptation or undue influence, just say this word. This will keep your mind and future clear forever.”3. Strong attack on ‘bulldozer justice’During the lecture, he also commented on the quick actions taken by the executive (like demolishing houses) without taking names: He said that if the administration demolishes the house of an accused without legal process and without a court trial, then it itself comes into the role of a ‘judge’. This is like the collapse of the constitutional scheme. Providing justice is the job of the courts only, not of the police or administration.4. Reaction in the legal world: This statement of Justice Nagarathna is being appreciated a lot in the legal world. Experts believe that at a time when questions are often raised on the independence of the judiciary, this statement of a sitting Supreme Court judge is going to boost the morale of the lower court and high court judges.