Bar Polls to Be Supervised by Retired Judges: Supreme Court Orders, Cites Trust Deficit in BCI

Today, On 10th November, The Supreme Court directed that all state bar council elections be conducted under the supervision of retired high court judges, highlighting a trust deficit in the Bar Council of India and emphasising the need for transparency and fairness in the electoral process.

“Judge Resigning to Contest Polls May Affect Public Trust”: SC’s Justice B.R. Gavai

Justice B.R. Gavai highlighted the critical role of judicial ethics and integrity at a conference in Gujarat, stressing that a judge’s conduct affects public trust. He warned that resigning to contest elections could harm perceptions of impartiality and emphasized the judiciary’s independence from other branches to maintain credibility and prevent justice delays.

Shambhu Border Won’t Open Now | SC Directs Haryana and Punjab to Maintain Status Quo

Today(on 24th July),The Supreme Court suggested forming an independent committee of eminent individuals to engage with protesting farmers, emphasizing the need for a “neutral umpire” to bridge the trust gap between farmers and the government. The proposal aims to address the ongoing protests and ensure a just and peaceful resolution.