Justice Abhay S Oka

  • Former Supreme Court Judge Challenges PM Adviser

    Former Supreme Court Judge Challenges PM Adviser's Claims on Judiciary Hindering Viksit Bharat Vision

    Oct 30, 2025 03:13 pm CST

    Justice Abhay S Oka responds to Sanjeev Sanyal's controversial statement that the judiciary is the "single biggest hurdle" to India becoming a developed nation, emphasizing that criticism must be substantiated with specific examples of constitutional violations. The debate highlights tensions between development objectives and judicial oversight in India's governance framework.

  • Former Supreme Court Judge: No Religion Permits Environmental Damage During Celebrations

    Former Supreme Court Judge: No Religion Permits Environmental Damage During Celebrations

    Oct 30, 2025 12:00 am CST

    Former Supreme Court Judge Justice Abhay S Oka addresses the growing issue of environmental degradation in the name of religious practices. In a recent lecture, he emphasizes that no religion endorses activities like bursting firecrackers, idol immersion in natural water bodies, or using loud loudspeakers during celebrations that harm the environment. Justice Oka argues that these practices are not essential religious activities protected by the Constitution and calls for eco-friendly alternatives to preserve our environment.