The Supreme Court Collegium has suggested the appointment of five advocates as judges of the Calcutta High Court. With 29 vacancies, this decision aims to strengthen the court’s functioning.
The Central Government Today (March 4) confirmed the permanent appointment of Justice Shailesh Pramod Brahme, Justice Firdosh Phiroze Pooniwalla, and Justice Jitendra Shantilal Jain in the Bombay High Court. Justice Manjusha Ajay Deshpande’s term as an additional judge has also been extended for one year.
The Supreme Court Collegium is considering a proposal to limit the appointment of judges’ relatives to judicial positions. This move aims to promote fairness and inclusivity in the judiciary, creating opportunities for first-generation lawyers. Experts believe it could enhance diversity and improve representation from underrepresented communities in constitutional courts. The step reflects a growing emphasis on merit-based selections in India’s judicial system.
The Supreme Court collegium started meeting lawyers being considered for High Court judgeship for the first time. To reduce nepotism, they are avoiding recommending candidates who have close relatives in the judiciary and are giving more chances to first-generation lawyers. These meetings help assess candidates’ suitability better. This step aims to make judicial appointments fairer and more transparent.