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Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has addressed constitutional silences by mandating time limits for Governors to act on Bills and for Speakers to decide disqualification petitions. These directives aim to prevent misuse of power and uphold democratic accountability in States. The Constitution doesn’t specify time limits for Governors to decide on Bills. …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? In a historic move, all 33 Supreme Court judges unanimously decided to disclose their asset details on the court website, following controversy over cash found at a High Court judge’s residence, aiming to boost judicial transparency and public trust. Background and Trigger: On April 1, 2025, a Full Court meeting …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Government Judiciary Why in the News? Recently, debates on judicial appointments resurfaced after criticism of the collegium system’s opacity. Calls for reviving the NJAC have gained momentum, urging judicial reforms to enhance transparency, accountability, and executive participation. Revisiting Judicial Appointments in India Article 124 of the Indian Constitution establishes and governs the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court suggested appointing retired judges on an ad hoc basis to address the growing backlog of pending criminal cases in High Courts, invoking Article 224A and considering adjustments to previous rulings. Supreme Court’s Suggestion for Ad Hoc Judges: On January 23, the Supreme Court suggested temporarily appointing retired judges …
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