Retired judges and senior lawyers write to CJI over remarks on Rohingya refugees

Key Points

1. Retired High Court judges and senior advocates wrote an open letter to CJI Surya Kant.
2. The letter voiced concerns about remarks made regarding Rohingyas during a hearing on December 2.
3. The remarks questioned the refugee status of Rohingyas and whether they should be welcomed.
4. The letter emphasized India's history of hosting refugees and providing humanitarian protection.
5. Signatories included former Delhi High Court Chief Justice A. P. Shah and Justices K. Chandru and Anjana Prakash.
6. The letter highlighted Article 21 protections for all residents in India, including Rohingyas.