08 August 2025: The Hindu Editorial

1. SC Upholds Parliament’s Primacy in Judge Removal Process

Source -Page 1, The Hindu (Delhi Edition)

Topic: GS2 – Polity & Governance

Context

The Supreme Court ruled on the powers of Parliament in removing High Court and Supreme Court judges, clarifying the interplay with in-house judicial inquiries.

Content:

Judgement Highlights:

• • Parliament retains unfettered discretion to act or not act on an in-house inquiry’s recommendation regarding a judge’s misconduct.

  • The in-house procedure is meant for internal discipline; it cannot override constitutional provisions.

  • Removal of judges follows Article 124(4) and Article 217(1)(b) of the Constitution.

Significance:

• • Strengthens separation of powers by reaffirming legislative supremacy in impeachment.

  • Prevents the judiciary from unilaterally removing judges.

Concerns:

• • Risk of politicisation of judicial removals.

  • Possible delay in action despite proof of misconduct.

Way Forward:

• • Calls for a balanced mechanism combining independence with accountability.

Practice Question: “The Supreme Court has upheld Parliament’s primacy in the removal of judges. Discuss how this ruling impacts the balance between judicial independence and accountability in India.”

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