Supreme Court Dismisses Challenge To 70% LL.B Marks Requirement For MP Civil Judge Exam

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a challenge to the 70% marks requirement in the LLB degree for eligibility to the Madhya Pradesh Civil Judge exam. The petitioners argued that the mark criterion was excessively high and discriminatory. The Court upheld the requirement, emphasizing that it ensures candidates possess a necessary level of legal proficiency. The ruling supports the state's decision to impose stringent academic qualifications to maintain the standards of the judiciary and safeguard public trust in the legal system. This decision reaffirms the state's authority to set and enforce educational standards for judicial appointments.