Supreme Court to Review Plea Against Judge Facing Rape Charges in POCSO Court
The Supreme Court has agreed to examine a plea by a rape survivor seeking the removal of additional district judge Ashok Bhartendu from presiding over a POCSO court while he faces rape prosecution. The bench, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, indicated that the Allahabad High Court may be asked to expedite the ongoing vigilance inquiry against Bhartendu. The Supreme Court noted that decisions on his judicial duties are primarily administrative matters for the high court, while allowing trial proceedings to continue.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (49/100). Lens Score 64/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 3 Nov, 06:03 am. Other outlets followed.