Arvind Kejriwal, Chief Minister of Delhi, has filed a plea for the recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma from the ongoing Delhi excise policy case, citing concerns over potential bias stemming from the judge's previous prima facie observations. In an interview, former Supreme Court judge Abhay S Oka explained the complexities surrounding judicial recusal, highlighting two primary types: personal connections to parties involved and prior involvement in related cases. He emphasized that judges should avoid events linked to political organizations to maintain the appearance of neutrality. Oka also noted that litigants who fear bias can request case transfers through established legal channels, rather than making public allegations against judges in court. He expressed skepticism about the need for a formal recusal framework, arguing that the current system relies on individual judicial discretion. The discussion underscores the evolving nature of recusal jurisprudence in India, particularly in politically sensitive cases.