In the tide of judicial affairs, there comes a time when matters of law and justice delivery call for deep deliberation. Yet, while the interpretation of legal provisions is one thing, whether we need revisions done is another. In a classic justice system, the dignity of courts needs to be assured and the reputation of judges shielded so that their rulings are honoured and not defied. In an era suffused with online opinions, for instance, what criticism can be directed at the justice system or judges without falling afoul of our contempt law? This makes our contempt law seem much too harsh for the times we live in.

Source: Mint August 18, 2020 15:00 UTC