Trial Judges Reluctant To Grant Bail, They Should Be Assured That Their Judgments Won't Be Held Against Them : Kapil Sibal

Kapil Sibal, a senior advocate, addressed the issue of trial judges' reluctance to grant bail, pointing out that many judges fear that their decisions might be scrutinized or used against them in future career evaluations. He argued that this fear undermines the judicial process, as it leads to unnecessarily harsh rulings and overcrowded prisons. Sibal called for systemic changes to assure judges that their decisions, made in good faith, will not be held against them. His comments reflect ongoing concerns about the pressures faced by the judiciary in India, particularly at the trial court level, and the need for reforms to protect judicial independence and integrity.