Lokpal order to proceed against sitting HC judge is 'very disturbing': SC

The Supreme Court has temporarily halted the Lokpal's decision to bring high court judges under its jurisdiction and has sought responses from the Lokpal's registrar general and the Centre. The apex court questioned the validity of the Lokpal's order, which was seen as a threat to judicial independence, and restricted any disclosure related to the complaint.

Lokpal order to proceed against sitting HC judge is 'very disturbing': SC
The Supreme Court has temporarily halted the Lokpal's decision to bring high court judges under its jurisdiction and has sought responses from the Lokpal's registrar general and the Centre. The apex court questioned the validity of the Lokpal's order, which was seen as a threat to judicial independence, and restricted any disclosure related to the complaint.