CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: In a significant development, the President of the Gauhati High Court Bar Association has formally sought the recusal of a sitting judge after it was discovered that the judge had liked an online post related to an ongoing case. The request has sparked a wider debate over judicial impartiality in the digital age, especially concerning social media activity by members of the judiciary.
The post in question was linked to a high-profile matter currently under the judge’s consideration, raising concerns about perceived bias. Legal experts argue that even minimal online interactions can cast doubts on judicial neutrality, which is foundational to maintaining public trust in the judicial system.
The Bar Association President has stated that the act of “liking” such content—even if unintentional—may give rise to questions about the fairness of the proceedings. The matter has been brought to the attention of the Chief Justice, with a request to assign the case to a different bench to preserve the sanctity and objectivity of the judicial process.
This case adds to the ongoing conversation about ethical boundaries for judges in the age of social media, where digital footprints are increasingly scrutinized in sensitive legal matters.
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