The ministry's statement comes in response to petitions challenging the exclusion of the Chief Justice of India from the appointment panel under the new 2023 law.
The Union Law Ministry has submitted an affidavit to the Supreme Court, articulating its position on the recent appointments of election commissioners. The ministry's statement comes in response to petitions challenging the exclusion of the Chief Justice of India from the appointment panel under the new 2023 law.
The affidavit asserts that the independence of the Election Commission is not contingent upon the inclusion of a judicial member in the selection committee. This response is aimed at addressing concerns raised by the petitioners, who suggested that the absence of a judicial figure could compromise the commission's autonomy.
The ministry also refuted allegations that the appointment process was expedited to preempt the Supreme Court's orders. It emphasized that the selection process was conducted with due diligence and transparency, with the shortlisted candidates' names being shared with the opposition leader in the Lok Sabha prior to finalization.
This clarification seeks to reaffirm the government's commitment to maintaining the Election Commission's integrity and to dispel any notions of undue influence in its functioning.
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