Supreme Court of India · 2025-05-05
Vishal Tiwari vs Union Of India
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Vishal Tiwari
- Respondent
- Union Of India
- Author
- Sanjay Kumar
- Bench
- Sanjay Kumar
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court of India entertained a writ petition under Article 32 seeking suo motu criminal contempt proceedings against a political leader for making scandalous remarks against the Court and the Chief Justice. The Court also directed the Union of India to lodge an FIR and issue advisories to curb hate speech related to the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. The Court's intervention highlights its proactive stance in safeguarding the dignity of the judiciary and maintaining public order concerning hate speech and contempt. The case underscores the Court's authority to initiate suo motu proceedings to uphold constitutional values.