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Regressive politics is the biggest threat to constitution: CJI New Delhi, Nov 18: Apparently concerned by the belligerent stand being taken by political parties over divisive issues, the Chief Justice of India KG Balakrishnan on Tuesday said that the “regressive” politics is the biggest threat to the constitution of the country. Related Stories Youth can change image of Indian politics: L K Advani"Regressive brand of politics is threatening our constitution, and the principles that our constitution stands for. There have been several instances of senseless violence in recent times to polarise the nation on the flimsiest of reasons," he said addressing a conference on National Value Crisis and Redressal. In a pluralistic society, there is bound to be differences, but with maturity of democracy these differences should be resolved amicably, Balakrishnan said. He also expressed concern over degradation of moral values in judiciary. "There have been allegations against higher judiciary in recent days. It has raised question on who would watch the watchdog," he said adding, "Our national values are deeply eroding at this time", added CJI. courtesy |
