News India Live, Digital Desk: The Supreme Court recently refused to give immediate hearing to a petition seeking framing of guidelines against ‘indecent’ speeches by persons holding constitutional positions. Chief Justice (CJI) Surya Kant A bench headed by Justice Rajiv Gandhi questioned the fairness of the petition and said that the petitioner has targeted only certain individuals while leaving others out.
Court’s harsh comment: ‘Selective attitude is not acceptable’
During the hearing when the senior advocate Kapil Sibal When the SC sided with the petitioners, the bench made it clear that the court would not accept such a “selective” approach. The court said: “You have selected some persons as per your convenience and ignored others. This is not fair. If you want directions, the petition should be comprehensive and religion-neutral.”
Instructions to amend the petition
After this comment of the Supreme Court, Kapil Sibal agreed to amend the petition and file a fresh petition. The court told them two weeks Has given time. The petitioners had demanded that inflammatory speeches given before the implementation of the election code of conduct should also be curbed as they spoil the atmosphere during elections through social media.
No relief even in Himanta Biswa Sarma case
Meanwhile, the Supreme Court directed the Chief Minister of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma Also refused to hear another petition alleging hate speech against him. The court told the petitioners Assam (Guwahati) High Court While giving instructions to go, he said that it is not appropriate to approach the Supreme Court directly under Article 32 and it is like undermining the powers of the High Court.
Judicial stance so far
Suo motu FOR: The court has already directed all the states that in cases of hate speech, the police should file FIR on their own (Suo Motu) without waiting for any complaint.
Constitutional Ethics: Justice B.V. Nagarathna remarked that political parties should promote ‘fraternity’ and elections should be fought on the basis of mutual respect.
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