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Bar Body Seeks Inquiry Into "Judiciary Corruption" Chapter in School Book

The All India Bar Association has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking a transparent inquiry into a Class VIII syllabus chapter on alleged "corruption in the judiciary." The association, led by Dr. Adish C. Aggarwala, termed the content objectionable and potentially damaging to the justice system's credibility. It warned that such material could influence young students and create a divide between the Executive and Judiciary. The body has urged the government to identify those responsible and examine any vested interests behind the chapter's inclusion.

Key Points: Bar Association Writes to PM Modi on School Chapter Inquiry

  • Bar body writes to PM
  • Calls chapter damaging to judiciary
  • Seeks inquiry into approval process
  • Warns of eroding public confidence
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Bar Body seeks thorough inquiry into 'Judiciary Corruption' Chapter in Class VIII Syllabus, writes to PM

All India Bar Association seeks inquiry into Class VIII syllabus chapter on "corruption in judiciary," citing damage to institutional credibility.

"safeguarding the credibility, independence, and institutional integrity of the judiciary is a collective responsibility - All India Bar Association"

New Delhi, March 1

The All India Bar Association has formally written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking a thorough and transparent inquiry into the inclusion of a chapter on alleged "corruption in the judiciary" in the Class VIII syllabus, terming the content objectionable and potentially damaging to the credibility of the justice system.

In a detailed communication, Dr. Adish C. Aggarwala, Chairman of the Association and former President of the Supreme Court Bar Association, placed on record the Bar's appreciation for the Prime Minister's reported condemnation of the chapter.

He described the Prime Minister's stand as statesmanlike and consistent with the government's stated commitment to preserving the independence and dignity of the judiciary.

The Association expressed serious concern that the inclusion of such a chapter was not merely an academic exercise but could have far-reaching consequences.

According to the letter, the chapter contains generalised and unsubstantiated allegations that may adversely influence impressionable young students and erode public confidence in the judiciary as an institution.

The Bar body further stated that introducing sweeping claims about corruption in the judiciary at the school level risks undermining faith in one of the foundational pillars of India's constitutional democracy.

It cautioned that such content could create an artificial and avoidable divide between the Executive and the Judiciary, thereby disturbing the delicate constitutional balance.

Seeking accountability, the Association has urged the government to order a comprehensive inquiry into the circumstances under which the chapter was conceptualised, drafted, and approved.

It has also called for the identification of the individuals or groups responsible for the inclusion of the material, along with an examination of any possible vested interests behind the move.

The letter emphasised that safeguarding the credibility, independence, and institutional integrity of the judiciary is a collective responsibility of all stakeholders. Reaffirming its commitment to that cause, the Bar assured the Prime Minister of its full cooperation in any corrective measures or investigative steps that the government may undertake.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While I agree we must protect the dignity of the judiciary, isn't transparency also a core democratic value? Shouldn't education encourage critical thinking? A balanced chapter discussing judicial accountability might be more useful than sweeping it under the rug.
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Ananya R
Completely agree with the Bar body. Who approved this syllabus? We need a proper inquiry. Our children are impressionable. Teaching them about corruption in such a vital institution without proper context is dangerous. Jai Hind!
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Vikram M
The letter makes a valid point about the executive-judiciary balance. We've seen unnecessary tensions before. The syllabus should build constitutional morality, not create doubts. Hope the PMO takes swift action.
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Priyanka N
As a parent, I'm shocked. What are they teaching our kids? Instead of focusing on the great work of our courts and legal history, they choose this? The inquiry must find and hold the responsible people accountable.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, I have a different take. We cannot live in an ivory tower. If there are issues, shouldn't the next generation be aware so they can fix them? The inquiry is good, but the goal should be reform, not just removal.

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