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"speaker_name": "Mr. M. Kilonzo",
"speaker_title": "The Minister for Justice, National Cohesion and Constitutional Affairs",
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"content": "Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, allow me to mention something about temperament. Mr. Mungatana was of the view that by talking about temperament, we are making a mistake, as a country. During my presentation, you allowed me to table the Bangalore Principles of Judicial Conduct. We have an obligation, as a country, to start realizing that the world is watching. Above all, we are standing on a crossing point, where we must show that we are using best international practice. The document that I tabled under paragraph 214, page 141, and the Clerk should make it available to you; this is a very critical point. I want you to allow me to read on page 141, paragraph 213 of the Bangalore provisions for our judges who are going to be vetted and also for the new ones, so that they understand what the best international practice requires. Paragraph 213 states:- âA judgeâs demeanour is crucial to maintaining his or her impartiality, because it is what others see. Improper demeanour can undermine the judicial process by conveying an impression of bias or indifference. Disrespectful behaviour towards a litigant infringes on the litigants right to be heard, and compromises the dignity and decorum of the court room. Lack of courtesy also affects a litigantâs satisfaction with the handling of the case. It creates a negative impression of courts in generalâ."
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