Shoe Attack Attempt on India's Chief Justice Sparks Controversy

A lawyer attempted to throw an object at Chief Justice B.R. Gavai in the Supreme Court following his remarks about the Hindu god Vishnu. The incident, condemned by the Supreme Court Advocates Association, highlights tensions over religious sentiments. The assailant cited the protection of 'Sanatan Dharma' as his motive.

In a dramatic turn of events at India's Supreme Court, a lawyer attempted to throw what appeared to be a shoe at Chief Justice B.R. Gavai, following contentious remarks about the Hindu god Vishnu.

The judge's previous comments, suggesting a man should ask the deity to replace a damaged statue, were met with outrage, prompting the attempted attack by the lawyer, who was quickly subdued by security.

Condemning the incident, the Supreme Court Advocates Association emphasized the importance of decorum in the legal profession. Meanwhile, Solicitor-General Tushar Mehta attributed the lawyer's actions to social media misinformation.