On November 26, President Droupadi Murmu urged the establishment of a comprehensive All India Judicial Service examination to select judges from diverse regions across the nation.

Murmu highlighted the potential of an All India examination to open doors for skilled candidates from various backgrounds to pursue a career in the judiciary. Speaking at the Supreme Court's Constitution Day celebrations, she suggested the implementation of an All India Judicial Services exam to select judges nationwide, leaving the logistics and methodology to the discretion of stakeholders.

Earlier in the year, the former Law Minister, Kiren Rijiju, emphasizing the significance of a well-structured All India Judicial Service in bolstering the entire justice delivery system. He highlighted the importance of integrating fresh, qualified legal talent through a comprehensive nationwide merit-based selection process. This initiative aims to address concerns regarding social inclusivity by ensuring adequate representation for marginalized and underprivileged sections of society within the judiciary.

Article 312 of the Constitution lays the foundation for establishing an All India Judicial Service, specifically designed for positions starting from district judges and above. This constitutional provision paves the way for implementing the AIJS, initially focusing on the District Judge tier. Over the past decade, the proposal for instituting this service has been a subject of multiple deliberations within the central government. Notably, in 2017, significant discussions concerning this proposal occurred in a meeting presided over by key figures such as the Union Law Minister, Minister of State, Attorney General for India, Solicitor General of India, and other stakeholders involved in the process.

Yesterday, the President inaugurated a statue of Dr. B R Ambedkar at the Supreme Court grounds, marking the celebration of Constitution Day. Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud and Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal honored the architect of the Indian Constitution by expressing their respects, folding their hands, and laying flowers at the feet of the towering 7-foot statue.

During his address at the event, the CJI emphasised that the SC has acted as a "people's court," and citizens should not be afraid to go to court or view it as a last resort.  He highlighted that much like the Constitution facilitates the resolution of political disparities through democratic structures, the court system plays a crucial role in settling numerous disputes by adhering to established principles and processes.