The Economic Times

Ex-SC judge SK Kaul criticises ex-CJI Chandrachud, says he was too deferential to govt on judicial appointments

Sanjay Kishan Kaul expresses concerns about the approach taken by ex-CJI D Y Chandrachud regarding judicial appointments. He highlights a specific meeting where a sixth candidate was proposed without proper collegium discussion. Kaul suggests that Chandrachud's practices could compromise judicial independence and future appointments. Further, he raises issues about previous discussions with the government influencing these decisions.