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Lokpal went against 1991 verdict by 5-judge SC bench

IndiaTimes Thursday, 20 February 2025 ()
A Lokpal full bench, led by ex-SC judge A M Khanwilkar, reaffirmed that sitting judges are public servants under the Lokpal Act, contradicting a 1991 SC ruling. The SC had mandated prior CJI consultation before filing criminal cases against judges, emphasizing the need for CJI's advice to maintain judiciary integrity and prevent unnecessary harassment.
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