Judiciary, media complement each other: Chief Justice
Summary
Chief Justice Dr Manoj Kumar Sharma emphasized that the judiciary and media complement each other in safeguarding citizens' rights and ensuring justice during an interaction held by the Supreme Court's Cases and Writ Division.
Key Points
- Chief Justice Dr Manoj Kumar Sharma stated that the judiciary and media are complementary institutions with a shared responsibility to uphold rights and justice.
- Both the judiciary and media must maintain facts, accuracy, and professional integrity, with media serving as a vital bridge between judiciary and public.
- Supreme Court officials highlighted priorities including judicial reform, strengthening public confidence, and combating misinformation and fake news.
- Efforts are underway to improve public access to court orders and decisions to address challenges posed by misinformation and artificial intelligence.
