Supreme Transparency: SC Makes Judges Assets Public
In a historic move, the Supreme Court of India has, for the first time, publicly disclosed the asset details of 21 of its 33 sitting judges, including Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, who declared a fixed deposit of Rs. 55 lakh. Prompted by a controversy over alleged burnt cash found at a Delhi High Court judge's residence, the court's April 1, 2025, resolution mandates public disclosure, ending voluntary practices. This transparency push, which includes details of judicial appointments, aims to restore public confidence in India's judiciary. Will more steps to bring transparency follow?
