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LAW AND CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS - December 2023

Dec 2023

Feb 10, 2024

Indian Government Gives Nod to Establish Supreme Court Regional Benches

The Indian government gave its nod to the recommendation of a parliamentary committee advocating the establishment of regional benches for the Supreme Court. As per a report, the Parliamentary Standing Committee had highlighted that the apex court has "consistently" dismissed the idea, citing it as a sub-judice matter.
The Supreme Court has been consistently rejecting the proposal for setting up of the Benches of Supreme Court at a place outside Delhi.
Presenting its action-taken report on 'Judicial Processes and Their Reforms', the Standing Committee on Law and Personnel in the Lok Sabha revealed that the government has acknowledged its suggestion.
The committee highlighted that establishing regional benches could alleviate the burden on the judiciary and reduce litigation costs for the common man.
The committee reiterated its persistent recommendation for setting up regional Supreme Court benches and proposed the invocation of Article 130 of the Constitution for this purpose. The panel recommended the setting up of regional benches in four or five locations across India.

Feb 09, 2024

SC collegium Recommends Justice N. V. Anjaria's Name as Chief Justice of Karnataka HC

The Supreme Court collegium headed by Chief Justice D. Y. Chandrachud recommended the name of Gujarat High Court judge N. V. Anjaria as the Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court.
The collegium, also comprising Justices Sanjiv Khanna and B. R. Gavai, said that a vacancy in the office of the Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court would arise after the retirement of Justice P. S. Dinesh Kumar on February 24.

Feb 08, 2024

Justice Vijay Bishnoi Sworn In as Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court

Justice Vijay Bishnoi was sworn in as the Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court, marking a significant milestone in his illustrious legal career.
The oath-taking ceremony, held at Raj Bhavan, witnessed the Assam Governor, Gulab Chand Kataria, administering the oath of office to Justice Vijay Bishnoi. The presence of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Assembly Speaker Biswajit Daimary, and other esteemed guests added grandeur to the occasion.
Justice Bishnoi's appointment as the Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court came following a recommendation by the Supreme Court Collegium, underscoring his judicial acumen and integrity. The vacancy arose due to the elevation of Justice Sandeep Mehta to the Supreme Court, further emphasising the significance of Justice Bishnoi's appointment.

Feb 07, 2024

Rajendra Prasad Gupta Rajasthan's New Advocate General

Rajasthan welcomed Senior Advocate Rajendra Prasad Gupta as its new Advocate General, following the approval of his appointment by Governor Kalraj Mishra. This appointment marked a significant transition in the state's legal leadership, filling the vacancy left after the change of government in December 2023. Rajendra Prasad Gupta stepped into the role previously held by M. S. Singhvi, on a new chapter as the 19th Advocate General of Rajasthan.
The Office of the Advocate General of Rajasthan was established with the formation of the State of Rajasthan under the States Reorganisation Act 1956, coinciding with the establishment of the Rajasthan High Court. Since its inception, the office has played a crucial role in representing the Government of Rajasthan in legal matters. Late G. C. Kasliwal was the first Advocate General of the state. The principal seat of the Rajasthan High Court is located in Jodhpur, with a division bench in Jaipur.

Feb 06, 2024

Justice Arun Kumar Rai Takes Oath as Judge of Jharkhand High Court

Ranchi Judicial Commissioner Arun Kumar Rai took oath as a Judge of the Jharkhand High Court. Acting Chief Justice S. Chandrashekhar administered his oath of office at a function held at the Jharkhand High Court.
The High Court collegium had recommended his elevation on September 2023.
Rai joined the judicial service in May 2012 and served as a judicial officer in various capacities in the state of Jharkhand. Before joining the service, he practised at the Bar for more than 15 years in Delhi at the trial courts and the High Court on the criminal and civil sides.

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