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07May 2025

Judiciary Accountability: Role of Judges and Constitution

Judiciary Accountability: Role of Judges and Constitution Why in the News ? The Vice-President of India recently raised concerns about judicial accountability, questioning judges’ power over legislative matters and their adherence to the rule of law, prompting a critical examination of judicial independence and constitutional limits. About Judiciary’s Accountability in Constitutional Framework: Judicial powers are …

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20Feb 2025

SC to Decide Lokpal’s Authority Over High Court Judges

Why in the News? The Supreme Court will examine whether High Court judges fall under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, following complaints against a sitting judge. The ruling will clarify judicial accountability while ensuring protection from arbitrary investigations without CJI’s prior approval. Highlights about the news: The Supreme Court (SC) will review whether High …

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30Dec 2024

Judicial Accountability in India: Challenges and Mechanisms

Syllabus:  GS – 2- Judicial accountability, Supreme court , judges , impeachment Focus : The article explores the mechanisms for judicial accountability in India, emphasizing the difficulties in holding judges of the higher judiciary accountable. It examines the impeachment process, significant case studies like Justice V. Ramaswami and Justice Soumitra Sen, issues with the current …

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21Sep 2024

Supreme Court Demands Accountability on Judicial Appointments

Why in the news? The Supreme Court is pressing the government for explanations regarding delays in judicial appointments, emphasising the importance of Collegium recommendations in maintaining constitutional integrity and governance efficiency. About the Supreme Court’s Inquiry into Judicial Appointments: Government’s Delay: The Supreme Court questioned the government about delays in appointing judges, stressing that the …

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