The Collegium System is a mechanism for appointing judges in India's higher judiciary. It involves a group of senior judges making recommendations for judicial appointments and transfers. This system aims to maintain independence and integrity within the judiciary. However, it has faced criticism for lack of transparency and accountability. The debate continues regarding its effectiveness and potential reforms.
Judicial appointments are central to the credibility of India’s constitutional democracy. The Collegium system, evolved through Supreme Court judgments, was designed to insulate this process from executive interference...