After Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha Clears Bill To Increase Supreme Court Judges To 38 The Rajya Sabha on Wednesday approved a bill to increase the number of Supreme Court judges from 34 to 38 through a voice vote, marking a significant step in judicial reforms. The bill, which seeks to replace an earlier ordinance that had raised the judge count, was cleared by the Upper House and returned to the Lok Sabha as it is classified as a Money Bill. This decision follows discussions with Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal, who emphasized the importance of the reform in enhancing judicial efficiency and addressing the backlog of cases. The bill’s passage comes amid ongoing efforts to modernize the judiciary and streamline the legal process. Meghwal highlighted that the increase in judges is part of a broader strategy to reduce the pendency of cases, which has long been a critical challenge for the Indian legal system. He stated, “The increase of judges in the Supreme Court is a step to improve judicial efficiency,” adding that the government is committed to collaborating with the judiciary to implement alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms. These mechanisms, which include arbitration, mediation, and conciliation, are intended to expedite case resolution and alleviate the burden on the courts. The ordinance that initially raised the judge count from 34 to 38 was introduced in response to the growing caseload and the need for a more robust judicial infrastructure. However, the new bill aims to formalize this expansion through legislative processes, ensuring transparency and parliamentary oversight. The return of the bill to the Lok Sabha underscores its status as a Money Bill, which requires approval from the Lower House without amendments, as per constitutional provisions.#rajya_sabha #supreme_court #arjun_ram_meghwal #money_bill #judicial_reforms
