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'Prefer death to being called coward,' says judge in 23rd capital punishment verdict in 4 months
India🏛️ PoliticsCenter6 hr. ago

'Prefer death to being called coward,' says judge in 23rd capital punishment verdict in 4 months

A judge in India delivered his 23rd death penalty verdict within four months, stating that he would prefer death over being labeled a coward. The judge emphasized that his parents instilled in him the belief that one should fear God rather than powerful individuals such as strongmen, mafias, gangsters, or criminals. He argued that performing judicial duties out of fear of these groups would undermine public trust in the judiciary. This statement highlights the judge's personal stance on maintaining judicial integrity despite potential threats.

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Deccan Herald logoDeccan HeraldIndependentCenter6 hr. ago
'Prefer death to being called coward,' says judge in 23rd capital punishment verdict in 4 months

A judge in India delivered his 23rd death penalty verdict within four months, stating that he would prefer death over being labeled a coward. The judge emphasized that his parents instilled in him the belief that one should fear God rather than powerful individuals such as strongmen, mafias, gangsters, or criminals. He argued that performing judicial duties out of fear of these groups would undermine public trust in the judiciary. This statement highlights the judge's personal stance on maintaining judicial integrity despite potential threats.

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