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The government, under my leadership, will act to implement the rule of law and to maintain the independence of the judicial system, which is one of the pillars of maintaining a democratic system.

My obligation as president, and what I promise the country, is that the courts will be able to do their job free of all pressure.

The bedrock of our democracy is the rule of law and that means we have to have an independent judiciary, judges who can make decisions independent of the political winds that are blowing.

What is it that makes us trust our judges? Their independence in office and manner of appointment.

We must be loyal to the forum of our government.

It is not the Government, the members of Parliament to whom the ultimate decision belongs, it is up to you to go forward sure of your sacred right of free opinion, sure of your patriotism.

All religions and all communities have the same rights, and it is my responsibility to ensure their complete and total protection. My government will not tolerate or accept any discrimination based on caste, creed and religion.

My government is committed to carrying out electoral reforms. It is our firm resolve to keep criminal elements away from power.

Every country has the government it deserves.

My Catholic faith is the foundation of my worldview, and my judicial duty is governed, from beginning to end, by the law.