Constitution of India · Section Article 211
Restriction on discussion in the Legislature
Article 211 — Restriction on discussion in the Legislature
shall take place in the Legislature of a State with respect to the conduct of any Judge of the Supreme Court or of a High Court in the discharge of his duties.
Plain English Summary
This article sets rules about what can be discussed inside a State Legislature concerning how judges of the Supreme Court or High Courts perform their official duties. It is designed to prevent political interference in the judicial process.
Key Points
- The discussion must happen within the Legislature of a specific State.
- The subject matter is strictly limited to the conduct of Supreme Court or High Court judges while they are performing their official duties.
- This acts as a restriction on legislative debate regarding judicial administration.
Why It Matters
It ensures that the political body (the Legislature) does not interfere with or improperly comment on the functioning and conduct of the highest levels of the judiciary.
Landmark Judgements
No major landmark judgements.