Proud of our constitution: Supreme Court cites Nepal, Bangladesh turmoil

UPDATED: Sep 10, 2025 17:10 IST

The Supreme Court on Wednesday made a reference to the Nepal violence which has been raging on for two days to highlight the power of Indian constitution. A bench of CJI BR Gavai and Justice Vikram Nath was hearing the presidential reference case when Chief Justice BR Gavai referred to the tense situation in Nepal.

"We are proud of our constitution, see what is happening in neighbouring countries," CJI Gavai said, referring to the anti-corruption agitation in which 21 people have been killed so far. "An Bangladesh," added Justice Vikram Nath referring to the revolt in the neighbouring country which forced the then PM Sheikh Hasina to flee.

Both neighbouring countries witnessed violent protests, with buildings set ablaze as youth took to the streets demanding the resignation of their Prime Ministers.

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