Opposition leaders have strongly criticised Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's remarks questioning the Supreme Court's authority, accusing him of undermining the judiciary and violating constitutional norms. They defended the Supreme Court’s role in ensuring justice and protecting legislative authority. Leaders from Congress, TMC, RJD, DMK, and Kapil Sibal have called for institutional sensitivity and respect for the separation of powers.
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