Promotions of judicial officers: 5-judge Supreme Court Bench to consider whether larger Bench reference needed

Promotions of Judicial Officers

A 5-judge Supreme Court Bench will consider whether a case regarding inadequate promotional opportunities for entry-level judicial officers needs to be examined by a larger Bench.

A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai and Justices Surya Kant, Vikram Nath, K Vinod Chandran, and Joymalya Bagchi briefly heard the matter.

Two Constitution Benches have taken a view. So we have to see if a five-judge bench can look into this. Your lordship may consider setting up a larger bench because the entire exercise cannot be a waste.

Senior Advocate R Basant submitted this, pointing out that two other Constitution Benches have already expressed views on similar issues.

Author's summary: Supreme Court considers larger Bench for judicial officers' promotions case.

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