CJI BR Gavai clarified that the Supreme Court cannot dictate High Court collegiums, stressing both are equal constitutional courts. He urged lawyers and judges to treat every case, no matter how small, as vital to justice and democracy.
Advocate Shwetasree Majumdar has retracted her consent for a judgeship at the Delhi High Court due to the Central Government’s unexplained year-long delay in processing her appointment, despite recommendations from the Supreme Court Collegium. This situation raises concerns about transparency in judicial appointments amid her notable legal background and contributions.
The Supreme Court of India ruled that the seniority of Civil Judges should be based on their appointment date rather than selection. This judgment arose from a case regarding Civil Judges in Chhattisgarh, confirming that delays in appointments should not disadvantage candidates, thereby clarifying seniority rules within the judiciary.
Advocate Prashant Bhushan has expressed concerns to the Supreme Court’s Registry regarding the unexpected removal of petitions from the causelist. These petitions, challenging the Central Government’s delay in judicial appointments, were notably absent from the list despite a judicial order specifying a hearing date. In a letter dated December 8th, Bhushan, representing the Centre For […]
