Solicitor General of India, Tushar Mehta , has condemned the unfortunate incident of an advocate, Rakesh Kishore , attempting to throw an object at the Chief Justice of India, BR Gavai, early today.

In a statement, he said that this incident is a result of misinformation on social media and appreciated the calm manner in which the CJI reacted.

"Today's incident in the Chief Justice's court is unfortunate and deserves condemnation. This is the result of misinformation on social media. It is really heartening that the Chief Justice of India reacted with magnanimity and majesty of the highest court of the country. I only hope that this magnanimity is not treated by others as the weakness of the institution ," SG Mehta said.

SG Mehta reiterated that the CJI respects all religions, a

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