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Why India has never appointed a ‘distinguished jurist’ to SC, Justice Bhuyan asks
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan said the 76-year-old provision could diversify the Supreme Court Bench with legal scholars and strengthen decision-making.
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‘Why no distinguished jurist appointed as Supreme Court Judge?’ asks Justice Ujjal Bhuyan - The Tribune
Lamenting that no “distinguished jurist” had been appointed as a judge of the Supreme Court in the last 76 years, Supreme Court Judge Ujjal Bhuyan on Sunday favoured the elevation of reputed legal scholars, saying it would add diversity and talent to the Bench.
·Chandigarh, India
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Justice Ujjwal Bhuyan questioned the 76-year-old provision under Article 124(3)(c) of the Constitution, which allows for the appointment of a "distinguished jurist" as a judge. He said it was regrettable.
Justice Bhuyan flags 76-year absence of 'distinguished jurists' on SC bench
·India
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