Discuss how the Collegium system ensures judicial independence in India. Critically examine its advantages and disadvantages.
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The collegium system entered in the 2nd judges case 'required through the 2nd judges case to ensure judicial independence in appointment and transfers. Although it is criticised by many intending vice chairman for its opaqueness and lack of a transparent objective :- 1. Unfit judicial independence is proposed by minimising executive interference in appointing objective. 2. Arms about 'unlike judge syndrome' ie regarding in judicial review. 3. Lack judicial accountability ensuring judiciary & judges care responsible for their actions. However, selection or rejection is not openly disclosed, items lack Steps to increase transparency of collegium :- 1. Publish orders of selection and proceedings. 2. Push minutes of seniority. 3. Involve civil society & experts like legal experts to make process more objective. 4. Performed and transparent NJAC (National Judicial Appointments Commission) - balancing judiciary executive units with courts & salaries. 5. Judicial standards & accountability ease of importance and accountability component to ensure fair justice to all
LAVANYA GAUR
Executive, Judiciary, Ministries and Pressure Groups
Collegium System
Advantages and Disadvantages of Collegium System
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