Revamping the Judiciary: Government's Plans Underway
The Indian government is considering revisions to the Memorandum of Procedure for appointing judges in the higher judiciary. The process is part of broader judicial reforms, including potential implementation of an All-India judicial service. Increasing judge strength and addressing pending cases are also priorities for enhancing judicial efficiency.
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The Indian government announced in the Rajya Sabha that it is in the process of revising the Memorandum of Procedure (MOP) for appointing judges in the higher judiciary. Minister of State for Law and Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal, stated this initiative is part of a broader judicial reform strategy.
Among the proposed changes, an All-India judicial service could be introduced. Discussions are ongoing to determine the structure of such a service, as the government aims to enhance the recruitment and deployment of judicial officers.
Efforts to increase the number of judges and reduce case backlogs are underway. Since 2014, judge positions in lower courts have been significantly increased, reflecting the government's commitment to a more efficient judicial system and safeguarding the independence of the judiciary.
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