Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan unveiled the book “The Voice of Justice: Justice Gavai Speaks”, emphasizing the significance of restraint and authority in constitutional democracy. Praising former Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai’s judicial contributions, Radhakrishnan highlighted Gavai’s dedication to constitutional values, institutional balance, and access to justice. He stressed the crucial role of the judiciary in upholding constitutional governance and maintaining citizens’ trust in the rule of law.
Radhakrishnan emphasized that in a constitutional democracy, both restraint and authority are equally essential. He underscored that strong institutions and justice rely on institutional integrity, constitutional discipline, public trust, and a commitment to democratic principles. The Vice President also stressed the need for constitutional governance to be responsive to the evolving social realities and aspirations of ordinary citizens. He highlighted the importance of empowering marginalized communities to ensure dignity, opportunity, and hope for all individuals.
The Vice President urged legal professionals to offer pro bono representation to the underprivileged regularly, ensuring that justice is accessible to everyone. The book, edited by S. Sivakumar and published by Thomson Reuters in collaboration with the Commonwealth Legal Education Association (C.L.E.A.), compiles speeches, lectures, and reflections of former Chief Justice of India Gavai. Radhakrishnan hailed the book as a significant constitutional document reflecting judicial insights shaped by experience, constitutional discipline, and public accountability.
Describing the volume as a valuable resource on constitutionalism, the rule of law, social justice, and democratic governance, Radhakrishnan believed it would enrich constitutional discussions and legal studies in Bharat. He commended the book for portraying the Constitution of India as a dynamic and evolving document that has maintained a balance between continuity and change, authority and accountability, and rights and duties over the past seventy-five years. Radhakrishnan noted that the Constitution remains the cornerstone of democratic stability and national unity, with Parliament’s authority to amend it ensuring the nation’s adaptability to changing circumstances.
