CJI BR Gavai Expresses Concern Over Judge's "Fragile Ego" Remark Being Reported Out Of Context By Media

CJI BR Gavai recently expressed concerns over the issue of out-of-context reporting by the media of courtroom proceedings. 

Speaking at a round table discussion at the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom, CJI Gavai observed that a recent comment made by a sitting Supreme Court judge was reported incorrectly. This in turn can create a negative impact on the public when it comes to their confidence in the judiciary, he said. 

The CJI expressed : 

"To enhance public transparency, the Supreme Court of India also initiated live-streaming of its Constitution-bench cases. However, as with any powerful tool, live streaming must be wielded with care, as fake news or out-of-context court proceedings can negatively shape public perception" 

He further recalled how the remark by the Judge, which was said in a lighter vein, was portrayed wrongly. He said : 

"Only last week, one of my colleagues in a lighter vein counselled a junior counsel on the art of court craft and soft skills. Instead, his statement was taken out of context and reported in the media as, “Our ego is very fragile; if you offend it, your case will go out."

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