the attempt of NJAC was a good step in the field of improving judicial accountability in the form of collegium system, however, it was not free from loopholes as discussed.
How are the common men of the country looking at this ongoing stalemate? With the background laid down above it makes sense to try to empathise with both sides
Supreme Court wants its absolute control over Collegium System and Central government is determined to play its role as the ruling representative body of the citizens of India. Let us see where the thing goes.
It is not possible to say definitively which system is better for Indian democracy, as both the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) and the Collegium system have their own strengths and weaknesses.
Referendum can act as a channel between protestors, Government and people of India. It will also help in stopping a precedent that if a no of people sit on road; it will ultimately bring down the government to accept their demand.
Judiciary is the only organ of governance in India that continues to enjoy the school-like privilege from colonial era of long summer vacations and winter breaks and cozy work weeks.