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Who is Shekhar Kumar Yadav, HC judge whose remark at VHP event triggered uproar

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 10 December 2024
Allahabad High Court Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav's endorsement of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) at a Vishva Hindu Parishad event sparked controversy and a Supreme Court intervention. Critics, including Prashant Bhushan and Asaduddin Owaisi, questioned the judge's attendance and remarks, raising concerns about impartiality. The Supreme Court has requested a detailed report from the Allahabad High Court regarding the incident.
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