SC Bench to hear if judicial officers can avail Bar quota, Pg10

Key Highlights:

• A five-judge Supreme Court Bench, headed by CJI BR Gavai, will hear if judicial officers with seven years of legal experience can avail the Bar quota for District Judge appointment.
• The hearing is scheduled to begin on September 23.
• The reference to the Constitution Bench is based on the interpretation of Article 233(2) of the Constitution.

Detailed Insights:

• Article 233(2) of the Constitution stipulates qualifications for appointment as a District Judge.
• The core question is whether a judicial officer with seven years of experience at the Bar can be considered for District Judge appointment under this constitutional provision.
• This interpretation will impact the eligibility criteria and potential pool of candidates for District Judge positions across the country.

Key Concepts Involved:

• Bar Quota: A reserved percentage of seats for practicing advocates in judicial appointments.
• Article 233(2): Constitutional provision outlining eligibility criteria for appointment as District Judge.
• District Judge: A judge presiding over a district court, the principal civil court of original jurisdiction in a district.