Supreme Court to Justice Varma: Why Participate in Inquiry If It Was Unconstitutional?

Justice Yashwant Varma is challenging an in-house judicial committee's report indicting him over unaccounted cash found at his residence after a fire. He argues the inquiry lacked a formal complaint, violated natural justice, and subjected him to a media trial.

The Supreme Court questioned why he participated in the inquiry if he believed it was unconstitutional. Varma claims he cooperated to clarify the facts, not to waive objections.

He also contests the former CJI's recommendation for his removal, calling it unconstitutional. 

The Court noted procedural flaws in his petition and has asked for a revised filing with clear legal points and listed the matter for July 30.