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Context
The Supreme Court Collegium recently recommended five names for appointment as judges of the Supreme Court. The recommendations include four Chief Justices of High Courts and one senior advocate. The development has renewed attention on India's judicial appointment process and the functioning of the Collegium system.
Background
The appointment of Supreme Court judges is governed by Article 124 of the Constitution. Originally, the Constitution envisaged appointments by the President after consultation with judges. However, through the landmark First, Second, and Third Judges Cases, the judiciary evolved the Collegium system, giving primacy to judicial opinion in appointments and transfers of judges.
Appointment Process
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Explore India's Supreme Court judicial appointments process, the Collegium system, and key issues like independence, transparency, and diversity in the higher judiciary.
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