Why’s CJI not on panel to pick CEC, Supreme Court asks government
The Supreme Court questioned Parliament's decision to exclude the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel. Justices noted the CJI's inclusion in other key appointment committees. The court heard arguments challenging the 2023 Act's appointment process. The government urged the court not to question legislative wisdom. The bench clarified it was not questioning the Prime Minister's trustworthiness.
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