We respect the court’s decision, but there is a ‘lakshman rekha’: Kiren Rijiju after Supreme Court stayed the sedition law. News – Times of India Videos

Union Law Minister Kiren Rijiju said he “respects the court and its independence”, a “lakshman rekha” that cannot be crossed. Rijiju’s remarks came after the Supreme Court stayed the sedition law till the completion of its review. “We have made our position very clear and informed the court about the intention of our PM (Prime Minister Narendra Modi). We respect the court and its independence. But there is a ‘lakshman rekha’ which is respected by all organs. to the State in letter and spirit. We have to ensure that we respect the provisions of the Indian Constitution as well as the existing laws,” the Law Minister said.