During a book launch in Chennai, former Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud discussed the evolving role of the Supreme Court in interpreting laws and their implications for justice and dignity. He noted that substantive due process, while grounded in the Constitution, has expanded through judicial interpretation to evaluate not just the legality but also the fairness of laws. Chandrachud stressed that courts must consider whether state actions respect individual dignity and justice, echoing a global trend where courts assess the arbitrary nature of laws. He cautioned against a narrow view of judicial activism versus restraint, advocating for a comprehensive evaluation of state power's real impact on people's lives. His comments come at a time when several Supreme Court judgments are poised to reshape India's legal landscape. The event also marked the launch of advocate Kavitha Rameshwar's book on due process in the Indian Constitution, with Supreme Court judge R. Mahadevan officiating the launch.