The bench led by Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta told the petitioners who have challenged the new law.”At this stage, we cannot stop the legislation or suspend its operation. It would lead to chaos and uncertainty, and we cannot do it (stay) by way of an interim order. There are no allegations against the […]
Adhir Chowdhury of Congress Today questioned the Election Commissioner selection process, expressing dissatisfaction over lack of transparency. He claimed not receiving the shortlisted candidates’ names in advance, hindering informed decision-making. Government sources contradict this, stating that Chowdhury was sent five extensive lists of potential candidates. The incident highlights complexities in high-level governmental appointments, emphasizing the need for transparency.
Today (11th March): The Supreme Court reviewed a plea to restrain the Center from appointing new election commissioners under a contested 2023 law. A committee including the Chief Justice of India, the Prime Minister, and the Leader of the Opposition is to select all election commissioners, challenging the President’s current authority. The plea follows the resignation of Election Commissioner Arun Goel.
Today: A petition filed in the Supreme Court seeks to restrain the Central government from appointing the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners. The plea challenges the government’s authority and refers to a previous judgment advocating for a different appointment system. The Supreme Court had ruled in March 2023 that a high-level committee should appoint these officials. With the impending appointment, this plea raises important concerns.
Presidential Assent to a Transformative Bill The President of India on 28th December 2023 has endorsed a significant legislative change, giving her assent to the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Bill 2023. This bill, pivotal in its scope and impact, aims to regulate the appointment […]
The Lok Sabha’s recent passage of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Bill, 2023, has sparked a significant debate in India’s political landscape. This bill, already approved by the Rajya Sabha, seeks to overhaul the appointment process and service conditions of the Chief Election Commissioner […]