There is no need to change collegium system: Former CJI UU Lalit

CHENNAI, FEB. 9: Former Chief Justice of India (CJI), UU Lalit, feels there is no need to change the collegium system used to pick judges. The issue has sparked controversy lately.

He was speaking about Why Study Law: Social Duty and Legal Responsibility at the inaugural session of the 12th edition of ThinkEdu Conclave on Thursday, February 9.

Justice Lalit also said, “Study of law must not be confined to universities and colleges, but must be open to the masses and the societal apparatus. It is time that emphasis should be given to internships where students will have to work with rural populations, interact with them, understand their problems and the challenges faced by them.”

He urged that just like for medical students, mandatory internships should be introduced for law students as well so that they can work in rural areas with the rural population.

Justice Lalit observed that “these examples will make them aware of the infirmities of that population and turn them into complete professionals and good human beings.”

-TNIE