Kejriwal Requests Justice Sharma's Recusal Over Family's Government Roles
Kejriwal seeks recusal citing empanelment of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma’s children as Centre’s counsel in affidavit
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Arvind Kejriwal, former Chief Minister of Delhi, has filed an affidavit requesting the recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma from his case, citing potential bias due to the empanelment of the judge's children as central government counsel. He argues that this connection raises serious concerns regarding impartiality in the ongoing investigation led by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
- 01Kejriwal's affidavit cites family connections of Justice Sharma to the central government as grounds for recusal.
- 02Justice Sharma's children hold significant roles as government counsel, raising concerns of bias.
- 03Kejriwal emphasizes the political sensitivity of the case, as he is a principal opposition leader facing investigation.
- 04The affidavit stresses that the perception of bias is critical, even without actual bias being alleged.
- 05Kejriwal raises procedural issues regarding the handling of his recusal application in court.
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Arvind Kejriwal has submitted an affidavit to the Delhi High Court requesting the recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma from hearing his case related to a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry. The affidavit highlights that Justice Sharma's children, Ishaan Sharma and Shambhavi Sharma, are empanelled as counsel for the central government, which Kejriwal argues creates a reasonable apprehension of bias. He claims that this familial connection, combined with the solicitor general's role in case allocations, leads to a direct appearance of conflict of interest. Kejriwal emphasizes the political sensitivity of the case, noting that he is a key opposition figure under investigation. He asserts that even the perception of bias is significant in maintaining public confidence in judicial impartiality. Additionally, he raises concerns about the court's procedures during the recusal application process, arguing that he was denied a fair opportunity to present his case. Kejriwal concludes by urging that the matter should not proceed under Justice Sharma to uphold justice and public trust.
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The outcome of this recusal request could significantly affect the judicial proceedings involving Kejriwal, potentially influencing public perception of the CBI's investigation.
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