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5 September 2026

Supreme Court review of Andhra Pradesh HC cause list

The topic highlights procedural issues in judicial administration and the importance of judicial impartiality, which serves as useful context for discussing the functioning of the judiciary and the principles of natural justice.

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Notes

  • The Supreme Court is examining a case from the Andhra Pradesh High Court regarding procedural propriety in listing criminal revision cases.
  • The High Court listed a criminal revision case under the caption 'For Dismissal' prior to the pronouncement of the final order.
  • The Supreme Court observed that such a caption suggests a pre-determined outcome, which is considered improper, particularly in criminal proceedings.
  • The case involves a 2010 stabbing incident where the appellant's role was inconsistent between the FIR (knife-wielder) and the chargesheet (instigator).
  • The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the State and scheduled a further hearing for October 29 to reconsider the matter.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of procedural fairness and the principle of 'justice must not only be done, but must also be seen to be done' in the context of judicial administration in India. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following best describes the Supreme Court's observation regarding the 'For Dismissal' caption used by the High Court?

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