In Brief
- The Supreme Court reduced practice requirement for entry-level judicial exams to one year.
- This change widens eligibility for candidates aspiring to become judges.
- The revision aims to streamline judicial recruitment processes.
- It may expedite filling vacant judicial posts across India.
The Supreme Court of India has amended the eligibility criteria for entry-level judicial service examinations by reducing the mandatory legal practice period from two years to one year. This decision is expected to ease the entry barrier for law graduates aiming to enter the judiciary as civil judges or judicial magistrates.
Earlier, aspirants were required to have at least two years of practice as an advocate or legal professional to qualify for the exams. The court's ruling intends to facilitate a larger pool of eligible candidates and streamline the judicial recruitment process.
This development is significant in addressing the increasing number of vacancies in lower courts across the country, potentially accelerating timely appointments and reducing case backlogs. The revised rule applies nationwide, impacting all states conducting judicial service entry exams.
Authorities and legal experts have acknowledged the ruling as a progressive step to strengthen the judicial workforce by attracting fresh talent early in their careers.
