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Friday, 21 August 2026

Supreme Court Reforms Judicial Qualifications and Educational Policies

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Today's brief highlights a landmark decision by the Supreme Court of India easing entry barriers for judicial services, alongside critical judicial interventions in national education policies. We also examine a key ruling from the Gujarat High Court clarifying the evidentiary status of documents obtained under the Right to Information Act.

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Supreme Court Lowers Minimum Practice Requirement for Judicial Services to One Year

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has reduced the mandatory active practice requirement for candidates aspiring to join the judicial services from three years to one year. This significant reform aims to widen the talent pool of young legal professionals entering the judiciary. The ruling is expected to streamline recruitment processes and address vacancy backlogs across lower courts.

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