HPAS/ N.T. Allied Mains 2022-23 Answer Writing Challenge: Model Answer

January 31, 2023

Question: Analyse the disputable issues related to judicial postings and promotions in India. (8 Marks, 120 Words)

Answer:

Understanding of question:
Directive	Analyze: In this we have to break the question into parts and carefully examine their details and interrelationships.

Introduction	Brief intro contentious issues in judicial postings and promotions. List them.

Main Body	Issues: ●Collegium system – hampering transparency in judicial postings and promotions ●Conflict of Interest of Judges ●Vacancies and pendency due to inadequate postings (n the case of the High Courts, against the sanctioned strength of 1108 judges, 775 judges are working in the High Courts) ●Poor gender representation in judiciary ●Political interference