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Bill to raise SC judges tabled amid uproar in LS
Published 20 July 2026 ยท politics
Synopsis A bill to increase the Supreme Court's judge strength was introduced in the Lok Sabha. This move aims to address the significant backlog of
Synopsis A bill to increase the Supreme Court's judge strength was introduced in the Lok Sabha. This move aims to address the significant backlog of pending cases in the apex court.
The government believes enhanced strength offers a viable solution for judicial efficiency. An ordinance had previously raised the sanctioned strength from 34 to 38 judges.
This legislative action requires a simple majority for its successful passage.