‘Govt Change Sans Violence Best Proof’ NEW DELHI: Home minister Amit Shah on Sunday said democracy is so deep rooted in India that changes happen without any bloodshed, and argued that change of govt and state boundaries without any violence are the best testaments to the strength of democracy in the country.Releasing two books – ‘The Bench, the Bar and the Bizarre’ and ‘The Lawful and the Awful’ – authored by solicitor general Tushar Mehta and welcoming guests on his behalf, Shah said, “In the 76-year-long journey of our Constitution, we ensured that democracy developed deep roots in India. We have strengthened our multi-party democratic parliamentary system. From 1947 till today, Parliament and assemblies, state boundaries have been changed without any bloodshed.””Constitution and judiciary have immensely contributed in strengthening democracy in India. The country has immense faith in judiciary, and citizenry is assured that Constitution and judiciary will protect and come to his rescue if he faced injustice. These three – Constitution, Parliament and Judiciary – are the edifice of our strong democracy,” Shah said while addressing an audience which comprised judges of the Supreme Court and high courts as well as the Royal Court of Bhutan.Commenting on the books that encapsulated events involving judges and courtroom incidents in foreign countries to highlight that courts are not bereft of honour, eccentricity and sarcasm, despite its inherent ‘black and white’ appearance, Shah took advantage of the presence of CJI Surya Kant, former CJI N V Ramana, sitting SC and HC judges and senior advocates to indulge in joyous sarcasm. “I would have appreciated his courage if he had written a book on Indian judiciary on the lines of the two books. Whether my comments are a reflection on the courts or on Tushar Mehta, I leave it to the judgment of the audience,” he said, adding he would speak his mind about the Indian judiciary sooner than later at an appropriate forum.Shah said that by and large, as a society, “we have excelled at the dispensation of justice… It is our responsibility that loopholes in the system are addressed by the executive and the judiciary and bring a road map to ensure it is not repeated in future”.CJI Surya Kant enthralled the audience by quoting humorous incidents from Indian courts and said these could encourage Mehta to pen his third book, which should be on Indian judiciary that is replete with similar incidents he had quoted from foreign jurisdictions.Attorney general R Venkataraman enacted a sterling courtroom scene by presenting a counter-affidavit to Mehta’s books.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Use Petrol Sparingly’: PM Modi Calls For WFH, Carpooling Amid West Asia WarFormer Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee’s Anti-BJP Unity Call Rejected By Left, Congress In Bengal TwistWill Vijay Join INDIA Bloc? ‘Secular’ Speech Sparks Fresh Political Speculation | WatchSuspended TMC Leader Riju Dutta Praises Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari For Preventing Post-Poll ViolenceIndia Tests Advanced Agni-5 MIRV Missile With 5,000 KM Range, Multiple Warhead Capability | WatchPM Modi Urges Indians To Save Fuel As West Asia War Triggers Massive Oil CrisisBJP Bengal Chief Samik Bhattacharya Launches Sharp Attack On TMC Amid I-PAC ControversyVijay Faces Political Storm After Vande Mataram Played Before Tamil Thaai VaazhthuSecurity Scare In Bengaluru Ahead Of PM Modi Visit After Explosives Recovery | WatchSatheesan-Venugopal Face-Off Delays Congress Decision On Kerala Chief Minister123PhotostoriesUS turns 250: Where to witness best celebrations across South America in 2026Mother’s Day special: The everyday superfoods that help moms stay energised, strong, and healthy through life’s endless demandsGestational Diabetes may end after pregnancy, but its hidden impact on thyroid health could last for yearsPoet Kumar Vishwas’ lavish Noida bungalow is a five-floor, crores-worth property defined by private salon, lifts and artistic interiorsYour mum said it first! 5 health tips now backed by scienceIs fibremaxxing healthy? Harvard doc breaks down the pros and cons6 teas that can naturally reduce bloating and ease digestionHow to grow Hibiscus flowers throughout the yearPancreatic cancer often starts silently: Early symptoms you shouldn’t ignore6 ingredients chefs secretly rely on to deepen flavour123Hot PicksSBI Q4 resultsThane- Navi Mumbai corridorMaharashtra SSC ResultPune child rape-murder casePerambur election resultIndia-New Zealand FTASugarcane price hikeTop TrendingCSK Vs LSG IPL LiveHPBOSE Toppers ListToday IPL MatchUS Iran warHPBOSE 10th Result 2026How to check HPBOSE Result OnlineIPL Orange Cap 2026BAN vs PAKUFC 328 HighlightsWest Bengal Cabinet
NEW DELHI: Home minister Amit Shah on Sunday said democracy is so deep rooted in India that changes happen without any bloodshed, and argued that change of govt and state boundaries without any violence are the best testaments to the strength of democracy in the country.Releasing two books – ‘The Bench, the Bar and the Bizarre’ and ‘The Lawful and the Awful’ – authored by solicitor general Tushar Mehta and welcoming guests on his behalf, Shah said, “In the 76-year-long journey of our Constitution, we ensured that democracy developed deep roots in India. We have strengthened our multi-party democratic parliamentary system. From 1947 till today, Parliament and assemblies, state boundaries have been changed without any bloodshed.““Constitution and judiciary have immensely contributed in strengthening democracy in India. The country has immense faith in judiciary, and citizenry is assured that Constitution and judiciary will protect and come to his rescue if he faced injustice. These three – Constitution, Parliament and Judiciary – are the edifice of our strong democracy,” Shah said while addressing an audience which comprised judges of the Supreme Court and high courts as well as the Royal Court of Bhutan.Commenting on the books that encapsulated events involving judges and courtroom incidents in foreign countries to highlight that courts are not bereft of honour, eccentricity and sarcasm, despite its inherent ‘black and white’ appearance, Shah took advantage of the presence of CJI Surya Kant, former CJI N V Ramana, sitting SC and HC judges and senior advocates to indulge in joyous sarcasm. “I would have appreciated his courage if he had written a book on Indian judiciary on the lines of the two books. Whether my comments are a reflection on the courts or on Tushar Mehta, I leave it to the judgment of the audience,” he said, adding he would speak his mind about the Indian judiciary sooner than later at an appropriate forum.Shah said that by and large, as a society, “we have excelled at the dispensation of justice… It is our responsibility that loopholes in the system are addressed by the executive and the judiciary and bring a road map to ensure it is not repeated in future”.CJI Surya Kant enthralled the audience by quoting humorous incidents from Indian courts and said these could encourage Mehta to pen his third book, which should be on Indian judiciary that is replete with similar incidents he had quoted from foreign jurisdictions.Attorney general R Venkataraman enacted a sterling courtroom scene by presenting a counter-affidavit to Mehta’s books.
