Supreme Court Makes Advocacy Experience Mandatory for Civil Judge Post

National News: The Supreme Court has given an important decision in which it has been made mandatory for the candidate to have at least three years of experience in advocacy for the post of Civil Judge Junior Division. The purpose of this decision is to ensure the appointment of qualified and experienced candidates in the judiciary so that quality is maintained in the judicial process.

Key points of the decision

The bench of Chief Justice BR Gavai, Justice AG Masih and Justice K Vinod Chandran said that many times many problems have been seen due to the appointment of new graduates in the judiciary. Therefore, now at least three years of practice experience will be mandatory for entry into the judiciary.

Certificate of practice will have to be shown

The Supreme Court also clarified that the candidate will have to show proof of his practice period, which will be a certificate issued by a senior advocate or designated judicial officer with more than 10 years of experience. This rule will apply not only for appointment in district level courts, but also to lawyers practicing in the Supreme Court or High Court.

Effect and extent of the rules

This order will not apply to appointments already made, but only to future appointments. This decision is expected to bring more experienced and capable candidates into the judicial service, which will ensure better justice system in the courts.

Effect of the decision on those aspiring to become judges

1.Advantage of experienced candidates :Candidates with three years of experience will be given priority, which will lead to better quality in the courts.

2.Changes in new appointments: Direct entry into the judicial service will be difficult for new graduate level candidates.

3.Certificate of practice: required Candidates will have to certify that they have gained the required experience in advocacy.

4.Image of the judiciary will improve: The appointment of experienced lawyers will increase the credibility and efficiency of the judiciary.

This decision will make the appointment process in the judiciary even more transparent and effective. New candidates will have to pay special attention to gaining experience in advocacy, so that they can contribute better to the judiciary.