Tue Apr 22 09:14:19 UTC 2025: ## Supreme Court Justice Downplays Criticism of Court’s Role
**NEW DELHI** – Supreme Court Justice Surya Kant has dismissed recent sharp criticism leveled against the court’s authority and jurisdiction. The criticism came from Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, who voiced concerns about the Supreme Court’s role. Justice Kant did not elaborate on the nature of the criticism or his response, but his statement suggests a desire to de-escalate the tension surrounding the ongoing debate about the judiciary’s powers. The specific details of the criticism and Justice Kant’s rebuttal remain undisclosed.
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