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LAW AND CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS - May 2023

May 2023

May 21, 2025

Supreme Court Mandates Three Years of Legal Practice for Judicial Service Aspirants

The Supreme Court has reinstated a pivotal eligibility criterion for aspirants of the judicial services examination. The candidates must possess a minimum of three years of legal practice to qualify for entry-level judicial positions, such as Civil Judge (Junior Division) posts.
This decision overturns the 2002 ruling that allowed fresh law graduates to directly enter the judiciary without prior courtroom experience. The court observed that this earlier approach led to challenges in judicial efficacy, as judges without practical experience often lacked the necessary skills to handle complex legal matters effectively.

May 20, 2025

Supreme Court Grants Full Pension to All High Court Judges in Landmark Ruling

In a judgment, the Supreme Court of India ruled that all High Court judges, including additional judges, are entitled to full pension and retirement benefits, irrespective of their appointment timing or designation. The decision marks a major step in upholding the constitutional right to equality and removing disparities that existed in the judiciary's post-retirement benefits.
The Supreme Court's decision holds national significance as it: Eliminates pension-related discrimination among judges based on appointment timing or whether they retired as additional or permanent judges. Recognizes equal service and contribution of judges from both the Bar and district judiciary. Reinforces Article 14 of the Indian Constitution, which guarantees equality before the law.

May 18, 2025

Supreme Court Directs Urgent Establishment of Exclusive POCSO Courts across India

In a significant move aimed at ensuring swift justice for child sexual abuse victims, the Supreme Court of India directed the Central Government to urgently establish exclusive courts for cases under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Highlighting the alarming rise in child rape incidents and the lack of sufficient judicial infrastructure, the apex court emphasized that the delay in trials violates the intent of the POCSO Act and hampers access to justice for vulnerable victims.

May 17, 2025

Justices N. Seshasayee and Mohammad Faiz Alam Khan Appointed as Judicial Members of NCLAT

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs appointed Justices N. Sesha Sayee and Mohammad Faiz Alam Khan as Judicial Members of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT).
These appointments are for a term of four years from the date of assumption of office or until the appointees attain the age of 67 years, whichever is earlier.
With these appointments, the NCLAT reaches its full sanctioned strength of 12 members, comprising the Chairperson, Judicial Members, and Technical Members. The tribunal operates from its principal bench in New Delhi, with a regional bench in Chennai established to serve litigants from the southern states.

May 16, 2025

Collegium Recommends Appointment of Justice K. Somashekar as Chief Justice of Manipur High Court

The Supreme Court Collegium recommended that Justice Kempaiah Somashekar of the Karnataka High Court be appointed as the Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court
The decision was taken as the Manipur High Court Chief Justice, Justice D. Krishnakumar, retires on May 21.

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