Lack of equal representation in appointment of judges, says advocate
Advocate S. Vanchinathan has criticized the judicial appointment process in India, citing a lack of diversity and transparency. He argues that the current system fails to represent marginalized communities, women, and religious minorities, violating constitutional principles.
Why it matters
The debate over judicial appointments touches on the core of democratic accountability and the independence of the judiciary in India.
There has been a lack of equal representation in the appointment of judges. Certain communities have had no representation at all. Transparency that is being advocated in appointments is not being followed in the appointment of judges to the Supreme Court and High Courts, said advocate S. Vanchinathan.
Addressing journalists at a press meet in Madurai on Sunday, Mr. Vanchinathan stressed the need for inclusivity. He referred to the recent appointment of judges and said most of the names that were cleared were those that were backed by BJP, RSS and the counsels who represented the Central government, Ministries and Departments.
There are no Muslim and Christian representations. Also there are no representations from the marginalised communities. There is no adequate women representation. How is it social justice ?, he asked, adding that the discrimination amounted to violation of Article 14 and Article 15 of the Constitution.
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