This refers to the editorial, “Wheels of justice” (November 3). Though some may call it ‘judicial overreach', but the courts in India have become the last bastion of hope and succour for the citizens to feed off an insensitive polity. The Supreme Court of India has suggested to create special trial courts to deal with criminal cases against politicians, which is a significant step in the fight against corruption. However, this has created a flutter in the political class. But the court was right to note that cases against politicians stretch for two decades, by when they complete multiple terms in office.
The only way to tackle this, since political parties are not averse to giving tickets to those against whom charges have not been proven, is to lessen the judicial delays in concluding cases. As it stands, a Member of Parliament or a State Assembly, found guilty of a criminal offence punishable with two years or more in jail, immediately loses the membership of the House. Change sometimes can be more impactful if it has a trickle-down effect. By tackling the corrupt at the highest levels of governance, the Government can send a message to the grassroots and inspire confidence among the people.