Executive Summary:
This notification from the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi announces amendments to the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Rules, 1970. It specifies changes to the schedule, particularly regarding the number and distribution of judicial posts. The notification outlines the effective dates for the creation of certain posts, referencing specific rules within the 1970 framework.
Key Points / Main Content:
Judicial Post Changes:
* The schedule to the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Rules, 1970 is substituted with a new schedule, amending the number of positions for District and Sessions Judges, Special Judges, Commercial Court Judges, and Additional District and Sessions Judges.
* Total posts: 317
* Time Scale Posts: 171
* Selection Grade Posts: 25
* Super Time Scale Posts: 79
* District and Sessions Judges: 11
* District Sessions Judge-cum-Special Judge PC Act CBI: 01
* District Judge Commercial Court: 22
* 10% of Cadre strength: 32
* 66
Effective Dates:
* The notification is effective from the date of creation of posts as per Rule 41 of the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Rules, 1970.
* The post of District Sessions Judge-cum-Special Judge PC Act CBI in Super Time Scale is effective from March 28, 2019.
* The 22 posts of District Judge Commercial Courts in Super Time Scale and the 18 posts of Additional District Sessions Judge for Fast Track Courts are effective from August 8, 2019.
Impact Analysis:
Delhi High Court:
*Impact:* The High Court was consulted during the amendment process.
*Action Required:* Note the changes to the schedule of judicial posts.
Judicial Officers/Judges:
*Impact:* Affects the number and types of positions available within the Delhi Higher Judicial Service.
*Action Required:* Be aware of the effective dates for creation of posts and any potential changes in assignments or roles.
Government of NCT of Delhi (Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs Department):
*Impact:* Responsible for implementing and overseeing the amended rules.
*Action Required:* Ensure compliance with the notification and update relevant records.
Key Entities Referenced
National Capital Territory of Delhi: A Union Territory of India
Delhi Higher Judicial Service Rules, 1970: The set of rules governing the Delhi Higher Judicial Services
High Court of Delhi: The High Court having jurisdiction over the National Capital Territory of Delhi
Lieutenant Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi: The constitutional head of the National Capital Territory of Delhi
Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India: The ministry responsible for internal security and law and order in India
District and Sessions Judges: A judicial position within the Delhi Higher Judicial Services
Fast Track Courts: Special courts for expeditious trial of cases
Sanjay Kumar Aggarwal: Principal Secretary Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs