Ministry: 
Law and Justice
  • The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 was introduced in Lok Sabha on July 20, 2026.  The Bill seeks to replace the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Ordinance, 2026 issued on May 16, 2026.  It amends the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1956.

  • Increase in the number of judges:  The Bill seeks to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court (excluding the Chief Justice of India) from 33 to 37.

 

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