Justice KG Balakrishnan

The government is leaving no stone unturned to persuade the judiciary to adopt the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) type of system. Will the judiciary acquiesce? How valid are allegations of secrecy in the collegium functioning? Former Chief Justice of India KG Balakrishnan spoke to India Legal on these issues.

Former chief justice of India and sixth chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission Justice KG Balakrishnan is known for his significant initiatives at the grassroots level. In an interview with India Legal, he makes a case for more effective state commissions.