Mehra refers to the joint collaboration of the Bar and the Bench to underline the importance of how the judiciary can flourish. He concludes by saying, “We all must find a Justice Muralidhar inside of us, to guide us to say and do what needs to be done.”
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“Lawyers must not be bound by master and should work in that direction to uphold rule of law.”
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Mehra states that rule of law must prevail and that independence of the judiciary is the utmost priority. “I was among those in the Bar who were condemning arbitrary transfer”.
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Mehra refers to how Justice Muralidhar had issues a series of directions to avoid police misuse in one of his own PILs. “Everyone is innocent till proven guilty had been the approach of justice.”
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Mehra refers to how Justice Muralidhar had issues a series of directions to avoid police misuse in one of his own PILs. “Everyone is innocent till proven guilty had been the approach of justice.”
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Mehra quotes a poem for Justice Muralidhar and calls him a “supremely respected, incredibly courageous, and justice-oriented judge”.
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Rahul Mehra, Standing Counsel for the Delhi Government commences his speech
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Acharya continues, “Judges speak through their judgements.” She quotes a judgement on arbitration and another regarding compensation under strict liability.
She says that #JusticeMuralidhar has always displayed sensitivity and has understood the plight of the Petitioners.
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In the last 14 years, I had countless opportunities to argue matters before him. The common Petitioner blesses you.”
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Acharya refers to Justice Muralidhar’s tenure of 14 years. “Today's gathering is indicative of the love and affection this Bar has for him. He was tough, firm. He has a shining, bright smile.