Supreme Court Slams NCLT and NCLAT for Defying Orders, Frowns on Political Appointments

The Supreme Court criticized the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) and the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) for defying its orders and raised concerns over political appointments within these bodies. The court emphasized the importance of adherence to judicial directives and the need for maintaining the independence and integrity of quasi-judicial institutions. The criticism highlights the judiciary's concern over the functioning of these tribunals and the potential impact of political influence on their impartiality. This ruling underscores the necessity for strict compliance with judicial orders and the importance of merit-based appointments to uphold the credibility of judicial bodies.