Jaipur: Rajasthan high court acting chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma has decided not to undertake judicial work, and the newly issued roster does not assign him to any judicial bench. The move comes amid protests by sections of the legal fraternity demanding that he be relieved of his charge as Acting Chief Justice. Reports indicate that the decision was taken voluntarily by Justice Sharma.
What Happened At The Rajasthan High Court
The Rajasthan High Court released a new roster that does not include any bench headed by Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma.
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This effectively means that Justice Sharma has stepped away from hearing judicial matters for the time being. The development comes during an ongoing controversy surrounding his continuation as Acting Chief Justice.
Why Did Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma Opt Out Of Judicial Work
Several lawyers and bar members had been protesting against Justice Sharma’s continuation as Acting Chief Justice. The protests gained momentum after concerns and allegations related to the administration of the Rajasthan High Court became public.
Supreme Court Judge’s Letters Triggered Debate
The controversy intensified after Supreme Court Judge Justice Sandeep Mehta reportedly wrote to the Chief Justice of India raising concerns regarding the functioning and administration of the Rajasthan High Court under Justice Sharma. Following these developments, lawyers increased their demand for changes in the court’s leadership structure.
Was The Decision Ordered By The Supreme Court
According to reports, Justice Sharma’s decision to stop holding court was voluntary.
Sources indicated that the move was not the result of any direct order or intervention from the Supreme Court. A communication regarding the decision was reportedly sent to the Supreme Court administration.
What Does The New Roster Mean
A court roster determines which judges hear specific categories of cases. Since the latest roster does not constitute any bench with Justice Sharma, he will not be participating in judicial hearings during this period. Administrative responsibilities may continue separately depending on official arrangements.
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FAQs
No. Reports indicate that the decision was not based on any direct order from the Supreme Court and was taken voluntarily by Justice Sharma.
Justice Sharma stepped away from judicial work amid protests by lawyers and ongoing controversy regarding his continuation as Acting Chief Justice. Reports state that the decision was voluntary.
The new roster does not assign any judicial bench to Justice Sharma, meaning he will not hear cases under the current arrangement.
