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SCBA Statement on Justice Surya Kant: Seniority Convention & Judicial Independence

Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) statement on Justice Surya Kant, CJI appointment seniority convention, Article 124(2), and judicial independence.

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📌 Constitutional provision under Article 124(2) of the Indian Constitution.

Vacancy Breakdown & Educational Eligibility
Post NameTotal PostsEligibility Criteria
Supreme Court Judicial Precedents & Bar ResolutionsConstitutional KnowledgeUPSC Civil Services, Judicial Services Examination (PCS-J) & CLAT aspirants.
Selection Process
1. Recommendation by outgoing CJI via Memorandum of Procedure (MoP). 2. Scrutiny by Ministry of Law and Justice. 3. Formal Appointment by the President of India under Article 124(2). 4. Oath of Office administered at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Detailed Syllabus
Indian Polity and Governance: Constitutional Framework, Independence of Judiciary, Collegium System, and landmark Three Judges Cases.

Importance of Mock Tests & PYQs

The Supreme Court Bar Association plays a pivotal role in maintaining institutional integrity between the Bar and the Bench. The seniority convention for appointment of the Chief Justice of India ensures predictability and insulation from executive interference.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: भारत के मुख्य न्यायाधीश (CJI) की नियुक्ति किस आधार पर होती है?

A: संविधान के अनुच्छेद 124(2) और मेमोरेंडम ऑफ प्रोसीजर के अनुसार सुप्रीम कोर्ट के वरिष्ठतम कार्यरत न्यायाधीश को वरिष्ठता क्रम (Seniority Convention) के आधार पर CJI नियुक्त किया जाता है।

Q: न्यायमूर्ति सूर्यकांत के प्रमुख फैसले कौन से हैं?

A: राजद्रोह कानून (Section 124A) पर स्थगन, सशस्त्र बल OROP योजना की वैधता, और पेगासस जासूसी मामले में तकनीकी समिति का गठन प्रमुख हैं।