Supreme Court Collegium Admits Its Decision on Judge Changed After Govt Sought It

The article reports on a controversial decision by the Supreme Court Collegium, acknowledging that its recommendation for appointment or transfer of a judge was altered following representations from the Government. The piece discusses constitutional implications, judicial independence, transparency of collegium decisions, and potential precedents. It includes views of legal scholars, reactions from bench and bar, and possible institutional reforms. The admission marks an atypical concession by the judiciary about external influence affecting its internal decision‑making, raising debates on separation of powers and the sanctity of the appointments process.