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Bengal not for central recruitment of judiciary
Context:
- The West Bengal government on 18th August, 2017 advised the Supreme Court against evolving a central selection mechanism for appointing judicial officers in State subordinate judicial services, saying it is against the principle of federalism practiced in Indian democracy.
Explanation:
- Government officials advised the SC not to rush into an area that is uncertain and and suggested that if at all the initiative is undertaken, such a mechanism should come through proper legislation if at all it is implicated.
- They also added that a central mechanism would contradict the constitutional duty of the State High Courts under Article 233 of the Constitution.
- The Article provides that the Governor should appoint district judges in consultation with the High Court concerned.
