Why does justice wear sahib’s robes? British Raj trappings, originally meant to cow down Indians and signal imperial superiority, make our courtrooms intimidating for ordinary people seeking redressal
High courts may claim exemption from transparency laws by asserting colonial origins, challenging their status as public authorities. This stance hinders accountability and public scrutiny, contradicting open data principles. Such interpretations undermine the fundamental right to information, emphasizing the need for legal clarity to ensure judicial openness and civic engagement.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.comPublished on 2023-01-05