Supreme Court seeks report from Allahabad HC Over Justice SK Yadav's remarks on Muslims
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has sought details from the Allahabad High Court following controversial statements made by Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav during an event organised by the Vishva Hindu Parishad's legal cell on December 8.
Justice Yadav, addressing the topic of the Uniform Civil Code, asserted that India would function according to the wishes of the majority community, calling it the "law of the land." He further stated that the welfare of the majority population must take precedence.
The remarks included the use of the term "kathmullah," considered a slur, to describe individuals he alleged were harmful to national progress. He also criticised certain practices within the Muslim community, such as animal slaughter during religious ceremonies, claiming it hindered tolerance among children.
Justice Yadav expressed confidence that India would soon enact the Uniform Civil Code, claiming it as a constitutional necessity.
The speech has triggered widespread criticism, with organisations like the Campaign for Judicial Accountability and Reforms (CJAR) filing complaints with the Chief Justice of India. The CJAR demanded an in-house inquiry into the judge's conduct, citing concerns over the judiciary's neutrality and independence.
Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi and Srinagar MP Ruhullah Mehdi condemned the remarks. Mehdi announced plans to move an impeachment motion in Parliament under Article 124(4) of the Constitution, citing Justice Yadav's statements as grounds for removal.
Senior Advocate Rebecca John called the speech an "assault on the Constitution," emphasising that such conduct is unbecoming of a sitting judge. Calls for the withdrawal of Justice Yadav's judicial duties have also surfaced.
The Supreme Court's administrative wing is currently reviewing the matter.
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Barber held for beating man to death over 'bidi' in east Delhi
New Delhi (PTI): A 32-year-old barber was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly beating a man to death following an altercation over a 'bidi' in east Delhi's Pandav Nagar area, police said.
A call regarding the incident that occurred near the bus stand road in Shashi Garden was received at 1.24 am, they said.
The victim was identified as Deepak (28), while the accused was Manoj, he added.
According to the police, during an argument, the accused picked up a wooden stick lying nearby and struck the victim repeatedly on the head. Multiple injuries and bruise marks were also found on the victim's forehead.
"Deepak was taken to Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital, but doctors declared him brought dead," an officer said.
An FIR has been registered and further investigation is underway, the officer added.
