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Outgoing SC Judge Sanjay Karol Says Judges Are Not Gods, May Err in Judgments
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 22 Aug 2026, 02:39 PM
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Supreme Court Justice Sanjay Karol, on his last day, cautioned that judges are human and can make mistakes, rejecting any notion of infallibility.
Supreme Court Justice Sanjay Karol, who is retiring after a distinguished tenure, addressed the media on his final day at the bench. He emphasized that judges, despite their authority, are not divine beings and can occasionally err in their rulings. Karol’s remarks were aimed at tempering public expectations of absolute perfection from the judiciary.
The outgoing judge highlighted that the legal system thrives on transparency and accountability, and acknowledging human fallibility is essential for maintaining public trust. He urged fellow judges to remain vigilant, continuously learning from past judgments to improve future decisions.
Karol’s statement comes at a time when the Supreme Court is handling several high‑profile cases, and his candid reflection underscores the need for humility within the highest echelons of the Indian judiciary.
The outgoing judge highlighted that the legal system thrives on transparency and accountability, and acknowledging human fallibility is essential for maintaining public trust. He urged fellow judges to remain vigilant, continuously learning from past judgments to improve future decisions.
Karol’s statement comes at a time when the Supreme Court is handling several high‑profile cases, and his candid reflection underscores the need for humility within the highest echelons of the Indian judiciary.