JUDGMENT :

Chandra Dhari Singh, J.

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1. The shloka from Bhagwad Gita succinctly states - whatever action is performed by a leader, common men follow in his footsteps; and whatever standards he sets by his acts, are pursued by his subjects. “With great power comes great responsibilities” - goes another popular quote. The persons who are mass leaders and occupy high offices must conduct themselves with utmost integrity and responsibility. Leaders elected in a democracy like that of India, owe their responsibility not only towards the electorate in their own constituency, but also towards the society/nation as a whole and ultimately to the Constitution. It is they who are the role models for the ordinary masses. Thus, it does not befit or behove the leaders to indulge in acts or speeches that cause rifts amongst communities, create tensions, and disrupt the social fabric in the society.

2. Hate speeches especially delivered by elected representatives, political and religious leaders based on religion, caste, region or ethnic