Supreme Court Urges Political Leaders to Foster Fraternity Amid Controversial Speeches

The Supreme Court has highlighted the pivotal role of political leaders in nurturing fraternity across the nation. During a session on Tuesday, the court urged restraint in political speeches, following demands for guidelines on such communications.

Chief Justice Surya Kant, accompanied by Justices B V Nagarathna and Joymalya Bagchi, heard a plea from academic Roop Rekha Verma and others, calling for regulated frameworks on political speeches. This petition arises amidst ongoing controversies over alleged hate speeches, notably involving Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

The court, however, rejected the plea against the Assam chief minister, emphasizing the need for objective challenges rather than selective accusations, encouraging guidelines that align with constitutional values.