New Delhi : 44 former Supreme Court and High Court judges have stepped forward to defend Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, saying a “motivated campaign” is attempting to discredit him over his recent remarks concerning Rohingya refugees. The group said the criticism directed at the Chief Justice had crossed a line and appeared aimed at maligning the judiciary and attaching political motives to judicial proceedings.

Retired judges close ranks around CJI amid rising criticism

In an open letter and statement titled ‘Disparagement of the Supreme Court is Unacceptable’, the retired judges voiced concern that ongoing attacks were distorting facts and misrepresenting the intent behind the CJI’s comments during a recent hearing.

According to the statement, CJI Surya Kant had merely raised a l

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