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Saturday, 22 August 2026

Supreme Court Directives on Judicial Qualifications and Courtroom Discipline

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Today's brief highlights pivotal decisions from the Supreme Court of India, focusing on critical updates to judicial service eligibility and strict warnings against the abuse of judicial processes. We also cover a landmark humanitarian release of a centenarian convict, underscoring the court's evolving stance on justice and compassion.

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Supreme Court Temporarily Waives Three-Year Practice Requirement for Civil Judge Exams

The Supreme Court of India has issued a significant interim order waiving the mandatory three-year active practice requirement for candidates appearing in the Civil Judge (Junior Division) examinations until March 2027. This decision aims to prevent sudden disqualification for aspiring judicial officers while the broader constitutional validity of the practice rule undergoes comprehensive review.

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