Becoming HC judge is tougher now: Less than 50% make it
Tuesday, 8 April 2025 The Supreme Court collegium, led by CJISanjiv Khanna, has tightened the selection process for High Court judges, resulting in a significant drop in the success rate of recommended lawyers. Previously, nearly 90% of HC collegia recommendations were approved, but now less than 50% pass muster after mandatory interviews.
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