Grand Tamasha The Court and the Republic: A Conversation with Justice D.Y. Chandrachud
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Oct 15, 2025 Justice Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud, former Chief Justice of India and esteemed Harvard Law alumnus, chats about his new book, Why the Constitution Matters. He sheds light on the Supreme Court's critical role amidst India's shifting political landscape, discussing judicial review, and the delicate balance with the executive branch. Chandrachud also tackles the controversial electoral bonds ruling, advocates for court transparency through tech reforms, and emphasizes the necessity of judicial administrative support in enhancing public trust and expeditious trials.
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Stable Role Of Judicial Review
- The Supreme Court's role and judicial review principles remain stable regardless of political dominance.
- Courts defer to elected policy decisions unless constitutional safeguards are violated.
Courts As Substitute Political Arenas
- Shrinking political space often shifts disputes into courts, making litigation a political substitute.
- That creates pressure for courts to fill democratic gaps while staying within constitutional limits.
How The Master Roster Works
- The CJI's master roster assigns cases by subject to benches because 34 judges can't hear every case.
- Publishing the roster increased transparency and reduced ad hoc case assignments.
