‘Corruption within judiciary impacts public trust’: CJI Gavai amid Yashwant Varma cash row

CJI BR Gavai has voiced concerns over corruption within the judiciary, emphasizing the threat it poses to public trust. His remarks follow allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma. Gavai defended the collegium system, stressing judicial independence. He also cautioned against judges accepting post-retirement positions, citing potential ethical concerns and erosion of public confidence in the judiciary's impartiality and integrity.Original Article