Can’t PM be trusted on appointing CEC, government asks Supreme Court
Supreme Court says that it is not about “lack of faith” in the Prime Minister, but about the principle of justice and fairness shown to be done in CEC appointments
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Chief Election Commissioner appointment case
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Why’s CJI not on panel to pick CEC, Supreme Court asks government
The Supreme Court questioned Parliament's decision to exclude the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel. Justices noted the CJI's inclusion in other key appointment committees. The court heard arguments challenging the 2023 Act's appointment process. The government urged the court not to question legislative wisdom. The bench clarified it was not questioning the Prime Minister's trustworthiness.
Supreme Court reserves order on referring CEC appointment issue to 5-judge bench
The petitioners argued that the law is unconstitutional as it is violative of Article 14 being arbitrary in nature.
SC reserves order on referring CEC appointment issue to 5-judge bench
The petitioners argued that the law is unconstitutional as it is violative of Article 14 being arbitrary in nature.
No reason to doubt PM: Govt defends Election Commissioner appointment in SC
No reason to doubt PM: Govt defends Election Commissioner appointment in SC
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