The Economic Times

SC gives split opinions on referring to larger bench pleas against 2023 law appointing CEC, ECs

The Supreme Court of India addressed the constitutional validity of the Chief Election Commissioner Act, 2023. The law excludes the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel for election commissioners, prompting various challenges. Justices Dipankar Datta and Satish Chandra Sharma expressed differing opinions on the need for a larger Constitution bench. The Centre argued the issues raised were of significant constitutional importance and warranted further examination.