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Over 100 Opposition MPs Launch Impeachment Bid Against Madras High Court Judge

New Delhi: In a significant development, over 100 Members of Parliament from the INDIA bloc have initiated impeachment proceedings against Justice G.R. Swaminathan of the Madras High Court, accusing him of “proven misbehaviour and gross misconduct.” The MPs allege a pattern of communal bias, preferential treatment, and judicial indiscipline, and cited multiple instances to support their claims.

The MPs had previously submitted a 13-point representation to the President and the Chief Justice of India on August 12, highlighting concerns regarding Justice Swaminathan’s conduct. Dissatisfied with the lack of action, they have now formally moved for impeachment. NDTV reportedly has access to this document.

The allegations leveled against Justice Swaminathan are multifaceted, including:

  • Preferential Case Listing: Allegations of prioritizing cases for advocates from the Brahmin community and those with right-wing affiliations.
  • Angapradakshinam Order: Overruling a previous ban on a controversial ritual deemed “inhuman.”
  • Vice-Chancellor Appointment Stay: Allegations of urgently granting a stay on a politically sensitive petition during vacation court, muting the courtroom mic during the pronouncement, and including disparaging remarks in the judgment.
  • Savukku Shankar Case: Failure to disclose or initiate contempt proceedings against individuals who allegedly tried to influence his decision.
  • FIR Quashing: Accusations of prematurely quashing an FIR for a BJP-affiliated individual, later criticized by the Supreme Court.
  • Derogatory Remarks: Making disparaging comments about Catholic priests.
  • Public Praise for BJP Leader: Openly praising a BJP leader, creating a perception of favoritism.
  • Political Remarks: Making divisive and politically charged statements at public events.
  • Temple Mediation: Appointing Hindu ideological leaders as mediators in a dispute involving Dalit families.
  • Lavanya Suicide Case: Emphasizing a religious conversion angle that was later disproven.

The MPs claim Justice Swaminathan’s actions violate the “Restatement of Values of Judicial Life” and have submitted video evidence to support their claims. They are urging for a thorough inquiry to protect the integrity of the judiciary.

Justice G.R. Swaminathan has yet to respond to the allegations. The impeachment motion marks a serious escalation in the controversy surrounding the judge’s conduct and raises concerns about the impartiality and secular functioning of the judiciary.

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