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.
The Bench, consisting of Chief Justice of India 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 made this submission, pointing out that two other Constitution Benches have already expressed views on similar issues.
Author's summary: Supreme Court considers larger bench for judicial promotions case.