New Delhi: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey stirred political controversy on Saturday by sharply criticizing the judiciary’s role in law-making, questioning whether the Supreme Court is overstepping its constitutional boundaries, reported the Madhyamam.
Speaking to the media, Dubey remarked, “If the Supreme Court is going to make laws, then we might as well shut down Parliament.” The statement came in the wake of recent Supreme Court judgments that have drawn reactions from political circles, particularly regarding issues of legislation and policy intervention.
Dubey argued that the job of framing laws lies with the Parliament and that the judiciary should limit itself to interpreting them, not creating them. He claimed that the growing judicial interference in legislative matters undermines the democratic structure and the will of the people expressed through elected representatives.
His statement has received criticism from opposition parties and legal experts who defended the judiciary’s right to ensure laws adhere to the Constitution. Many have warned against attempts to undermine the judiciary’s independence and see Dubey’s remarks as an attempt to delegitimize judicial review.
The issue has once again highlighted the ongoing tension between the legislative and judicial branches in India’s democratic framework. Calls are growing for a constructive dialogue between the two to ensure checks and balances remain intact.
