Madhya Pradesh High Court orders probe after Trial Judge "blindly" signs order sheet handwritten by clerk

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has ordered an investigation into a trial judge who allegedly signed court orders without reviewing them, relying solely on a clerk’s input. This practice raised concerns about the judge’s adherence to judicial processes and accountability. The court’s directive aims to ensure that judicial duties are performed with due diligence and that appropriate oversight mechanisms are in place to uphold the integrity of legal proceedings. The probe will scrutinize whether the judge's actions violated legal standards and compromised the quality of justice administered in the courtroom