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The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, Today (April 29th)
declined to consider a plea seeking abolition of the collegium system for appointing judges in the higher judiciary. Lawyer Mathews Nedumpara’s frustration over his petition not being listed for hearing was acknowledged, but the court cited prior rulings rendering the plea non-maintainable. The controversy stems from a 2015 ruling deeming the NJAC Act unconstitutional.
On Tuesday(19th March),Former Supreme Court Judge Indira Banerjee highlighted gender imbalance in higher judiciary, being the eighth woman appointed in 68 years. She urged for increased female representation, addressing systemic obstacles and societal expectations. Judge Pratibha M Singh echoed the need for societal mindset shift to support women in the legal profession, emphasizing their vital role in families and society.
