Topic: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive
Q3. Explain the procedure for increasing the strength of the Supreme Court. Highlight its likely impact on the justice delivery system. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question
The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 has increased the sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court to address judicial pendency and improve the efficiency of the justice delivery system.
Key Demand of the question
The question requires explaining the constitutional and legislative procedure for increasing the strength of the Supreme Court and highlighting its likely impact on the justice delivery system, along with the associated challenges.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Mention the constitutional basis for determining the strength of the Supreme Court and its significance for judicial capacity.
Body
- Procedure for increasing strength: Explain the constitutional and legislative process for increasing the sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court.
- Likely impact on justice delivery: Mention the broad positive outcomes of increasing judicial strength.
- Challenges: Briefly indicate why increasing the number of judges alone may not completely address judicial delays.
Conclusion
Conclude by emphasising that judicial expansion must be complemented by wider judicial and administrative reforms for timely and effective justice.
