SHORT ANSWER:
The Indian government has proposed reforms to enhance transparency in the judicial appointment process, particularly regarding the collegium system.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court has emphasized the need for transparency in the collegium system for appointing judges.
- Proposals include the establishment of a National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) to involve more stakeholders in the appointment process.
- The NJAC Act was enacted in 2014 but was struck down by the Supreme Court in 2015, leading to ongoing discussions about reform.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment as this pertains to proposed reforms and judicial processes.
SOURCE:
- Supreme Court Judgments, National Judicial Appointments Commission Act, 2014.
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