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LIMITS IN EVERYDAY MUNDANE LIFE
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The practical application or administration of law is dependent on the executive agency and the vigilence exercised by the courts in general and the Supreme Court in particular. The ultimate purpose behind all legislation should be that of promoting the socioeconomic welfare of all human beings in a particular society, at a particular time and place. The courts exist to uphold the fundamental principles and they must maintain the high traditions of the judiciary and perform their duties without fear or favour. While interpreting the law, judges must bear in mind that in a welfare society no one or a few persons can be allowed to amass all the wealth or the bulk of property. In this era of social justice it is necessary that judges consider the impact of their decisions on the social life of the country.
In the present state of society, rules and laws are necessary because Ahimsa is not the guiding principle of human behaviour. At times coercion and violence may have to be used. When Ahimsa becomes preeminent, then laws and coercion will not be necessary, at least on any extensive scale. Until that time, we cannot do without them.
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