Supreme Court Soon to Constitute 7-Judge Constitution Benches: CJI

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Tuesday stated that the Supreme Court will soon constitute 7-judge benches to hear long-pending constitutional references awaiting consideration by larger benches.

The statement was made during proceedings before the Supreme Court, where the CJI indicated that efforts are underway to revive hearings in important constitutional matters pending before larger benches.

The move is expected to address several unresolved questions of law requiring authoritative determination by expanded Constitution Benches.

The Supreme Court has recently also increased its sanctioned judicial strength, amid continuing concerns regarding pendency and backlog of cases.