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Unemployed Youth Compared to Cockroaches; CJI Surya Kant Remarks: "They Gnaw at the System Using Social Media and RTI"
New Delhi: During the hearing of a petition, Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant made a significant and controversial statement. He compared unemployed youth to cockroaches and referred to them as "parasites of society."
A petition regarding the conferment of 'Senior Advocate' status by the Delhi High Court was being heard before a bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Bagchi. During the proceedings, the bench expressed displeasure over the language used by the concerned lawyer on social media. At this juncture, the Chief Justice remarked, "Some unemployed youth fail to secure jobs or establish themselves in the profession; consequently, they turn to the media, social media, and RTI activism to launch attacks on the entire system."
He further added, "Such individuals are parasites of society. Do you wish to associate yourself with such people?"
**Firm Stance on the Senior Advocate Status Issue**
Chief Justice Surya Kant clarified that the status of 'Senior Advocate' is not granted upon request; rather, the Court confers it suo motu (on its own initiative) based on merit and eligibility. He also emphasized that the Supreme Court possesses the authority to revoke the status conferred by the Delhi High Court.
Furthermore, noting that serious doubts exist regarding the academic credentials of several lawyers, the Chief Justice stated that orders could be issued to the CBI to investigate the authenticity of their degrees. He also criticized the Bar Council of India for failing to take any action in this regard.
During the hearing, the concerned lawyer tendered an apology to the bench and sought permission to withdraw the petition, which the Court granted.
**Potential for Controversy**
CJI Surya Kant's statement is likely to trigger a major controversy across the country. At a time when issues concerning unemployment and the youth are already subjects of intense public discourse, the Chief Justice's remarks have come as a shock to many.
New Delhi: During the hearing of a petition, Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant made a significant and controversial statement. He compared unemployed youth to cockroaches and referred to them as "parasites of society."
A petition regarding the conferment of 'Senior Advocate' status by the Delhi High Court was being heard before a bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Bagchi. During the proceedings, the bench expressed displeasure over the language used by the concerned lawyer on social media. At this juncture, the Chief Justice remarked, "Some unemployed youth fail to secure jobs or establish themselves in the profession; consequently, they turn to the media, social media, and RTI activism to launch attacks on the entire system."
He further added, "Such individuals are parasites of society. Do you wish to associate yourself with such people?"
**Firm Stance on the Senior Advocate Status Issue**
Chief Justice Surya Kant clarified that the status of 'Senior Advocate' is not granted upon request; rather, the Court confers it suo motu (on its own initiative) based on merit and eligibility. He also emphasized that the Supreme Court possesses the authority to revoke the status conferred by the Delhi High Court.
Furthermore, noting that serious doubts exist regarding the academic credentials of several lawyers, the Chief Justice stated that orders could be issued to the CBI to investigate the authenticity of their degrees. He also criticized the Bar Council of India for failing to take any action in this regard.
During the hearing, the concerned lawyer tendered an apology to the bench and sought permission to withdraw the petition, which the Court granted.
**Potential for Controversy**
CJI Surya Kant's statement is likely to trigger a major controversy across the country. At a time when issues concerning unemployment and the youth are already subjects of intense public discourse, the Chief Justice's remarks have come as a shock to many.
A petition regarding the conferment of 'Senior Advocate' status by the Delhi High Court was being heard before a bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Bagchi. During the proceedings, the bench expressed displeasure over the language used by the concerned lawyer on social media. At this juncture, the Chief Justice remarked, "Some unemployed youth fail to secure jobs or establish themselves in the profession; consequently, they turn to the media, social media, and RTI activism to launch attacks on the entire system."
He further added, "Such individuals are parasites of society. Do you wish to associate yourself with such people?"
**Firm Stance on the Senior Advocate Status Issue**
Chief Justice Surya Kant clarified that the status of 'Senior Advocate' is not granted upon request; rather, the Court confers it suo motu (on its own initiative) based on merit and eligibility. He also emphasized that the Supreme Court possesses the authority to revoke the status conferred by the Delhi High Court.
Furthermore, noting that serious doubts exist regarding the academic credentials of several lawyers, the Chief Justice stated that orders could be issued to the CBI to investigate the authenticity of their degrees. He also criticized the Bar Council of India for failing to take any action in this regard.
During the hearing, the concerned lawyer tendered an apology to the bench and sought permission to withdraw the petition, which the Court granted.
**Potential for Controversy**
CJI Surya Kant's statement is likely to trigger a major controversy across the country. At a time when issues concerning unemployment and the youth are already subjects of intense public discourse, the Chief Justice's remarks have come as a shock to many.
