Allahabad HC Questions 'Honourable' for Bureaucrats, Seeks Affidavit

• The Allahabad High Court has questioned the use of the word 'Honourable' for bureaucrats and state government officials.
• The court directed the Principal Secretary of the UP Revenue Department to file a personal affidavit explaining the legal basis.
• The bench remarked that using 'Honourable' for bureaucrats diminishes the dignity of constitutional authorities and courts.
• Justice Ajay Bhanot and Justice Garima Prasad issued the order during the hearing of a petition filed by Yogesh Sharma.
• The court clarified that 'Honourable' should only be used for ministers and officials associated with sovereign functions.

Why It Matters: Allahabad HC challenges 'Honourable' for bureaucrats, seeking legal justification for its use.