Vice President Questions Constitutional Validity of Cash Inquiry Committee
In a surprising turn of events,Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has raised serious concerns regarding the constitutional legitimacy of an inquiry committee formed to investigate a cash-related controversy involving three judges. He argues that the committee lacks any constitutional foundation and, therefore, its legal validity is questionable. This growth adds another layer of complexity to an already contentious issue that has captured public attention.The controversy erupted when claims surfaced about cash being discovered while extinguishing a fire at the residence of former Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Varma. This incident prompted the Supreme Court to intervene, leading to the establishment of an internal inquiry committee comprising judges from three High Courts: Chief Justice Shil Nagu from Punjab and Haryana, Chief Justice G.S. Sandhawalia from Himachal Pradesh, and Justice Anu shivraman from Karnataka. The committee has since submitted its findings to the Supreme Court, but Vice President Dhankhar’s recent comments have cast doubt on the committee’s credibility. As the legal community and the public await further developments, the implications of this inquiry could resonate far beyond the courtroom, raising questions about judicial integrity and accountability in India.
