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People who resolve controversies are in controversies - High court Judge’s

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    Justice C. S. Karnan

    Justice C. S. Karnan

    A former Calcutta High Court judge, he became the first sitting High Court judge to be jailed for contempt of court in 2017, drawing nationwide attention and unprecedented constitutional questions.

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    Justice Soumitra Sen

    Justice Soumitra Sen

    A Calcutta High Court judge who faced impeachment proceedings over misappropriation of funds before resigning in 2011, marking a rare case of parliamentary action against a judge.

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    Justice P. D. Dinakaran

    Justice P. D. Dinakaran

    Former Chief Justice of the Sikkim High Court, he resigned in 2011 amid impeachment proceedings related to allegations of land grabbing and judicial misconduct.

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    Justice S. N. Shukla

    Justice S. N. Shukla

    An Allahabad High Court judge who faced corruption allegations linked to a medical college bribery case, leading to in-house inquiry proceedings.

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    Justice Nirmal Yadav

    Justice Nirmal Yadav

    A Punjab and Haryana High Court judge who was tried in the 'cash-at-door' case, a rare instance of a sitting judge facing criminal proceedings.

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    Justice Narayan Shukla

    Justice Narayan Shukla

    Also of the Allahabad High Court, he faced impeachment proceedings over alleged irregularities in granting relief to a private medical college.

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    Justice Abhijit Gangopadhyay

    Justice Abhijit Gangopadhyay

    A Calcutta High Court judge who made headlines for strong remarks and orders in teacher recruitment cases, later entering public controversy over political comments.

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    Justice Pushpa V. Ganediwala

    Justice Pushpa V. Ganediwala

    A Bombay High Court judge whose controversial POCSO Act rulings in 2021, interpreting 'skin-to-skin' contact, were widely criticized and later set aside by the Supreme Court.

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    Justice Akil Kureshi

    Justice Akil Kureshi

    His transfer and delayed elevation as Chief Justice sparked debate about judicial independence and executive interference.

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    Justice S. Muralidhar

    Justice S. Muralidhar

    Former Delhi High Court judge whose sudden transfer in 2020, amid hearings related to the Delhi riots, sparked public and political controversy.

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    Justice Jayant Patel

    Justice Jayant Patel

    Resigned from the Karnataka High Court after a controversial transfer decision, raising concerns within the legal community about judicial autonomy.

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    Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav

    Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav

    An Allahabad High Court judge who faced criticism for public remarks on religious matters, prompting debate about judicial propriety and neutrality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why are some High Court judges associated with controversies despite their role in resolving them?
High Court judges often preside over politically or socially sensitive cases, which can attract public criticism and media scrutiny. Their decisions may be controversial even when based strictly on legal principles and evidence.
What kinds of controversies are typically linked to High Court judges?
Controversies may involve landmark judgments, alleged conflicts of interest, public statements, or administrative decisions within the judiciary. In some cases, criticism arises from differing interpretations of the law or constitutional provisions.
How is this list of controversial High Court judges ranked?
This community-driven list is ranked based on user votes, engagement, and overall interest. The order can change over time as more users participate and share their opinions.
Does being on this list imply misconduct by a High Court judge?
Not necessarily. Inclusion on the list reflects public discussion or notable controversies, which may stem from high-profile rulings rather than proven wrongdoing. It highlights public attention, not legal guilt.

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