Former CJI B R Gavai launches his book ‘The Voice of Justice: Justice Gavai Speaks’. This is a compilation of the speeches of his 7.5 years tenure. He said that this book will encourage dialogue among students, lawyers and the legal fraternity.
Justice Gavai’s book will promote judicial dialogue
Former Chief Justice (CJI) B R Gavai on Tuesday said his book, “The Voice of Justice: Justice Gavai Speaks”, is a compilation of speeches delivered during his tenure as a Supreme Court judge and Chief Justice of India. He hoped that it would encourage dialogue among students, lawyers and the legal fraternity.
Speaking to reporters at the launch of the book at Upa Rashtrapati Bhavan, Gavai said, “This book is a compilation of the speeches that I have given in India and abroad in the last 7.5 years as a Supreme Court judge and Chief Justice of India. I have expressed my views on various issues. This book will encourage dialogue among students, lawyers and the legal fraternity.”
Access to justice a major concern
Referring to his tenure as Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), Gavai said access to justice has been one of his major concerns. “I was the Chairman of NALSA, and hence I have also addressed the issues of access to speedy and affordable justice. We could do something in that direction as well,” he said.
CJI Surya Kant called the book special
CJI Justice Surya Kant said that the book comprehensively reflects Justice Gavai’s views on constitutional values and their implementation. “I explained the book by dividing it into three parts. I discussed how the first part addresses what is called the ‘soul’ of our Constitution, Part III (Fundamental Rights) along with Part IV, which contains Article 39A relating to free legal aid. I highlighted how Justice Gavai has beautifully integrated these aspects in his speeches. Regarding the second part of the book, I discussed the implementation and enforcement of constitutional principles. His insights were discussed in the third part, covering a variety of topics such as technology and mediation.”
CJI Surya Kant said that while maintaining the dignity of judicial institutions, the people coming to the courts must be heard. He further said, “If someone comes to the court with his grievances, he should be heard. The court has its own dignity. It is our duty to respect our constitutional institutions; no one should misuse the opportunity given to them by indulging in improper conduct.” (ANI)
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