In a month where the Court worked for just 15 days, pendency increased by over 400 cases

In March 2024, Division Benches of the top court passed crucial orders which impact governance, elections and free speech

In February, the Supreme Court heard three Constitution Bench matters and delivered two judgements

The Court’s institution and disposal rate last month was the highest over the past five Februaries

Pendency continues to have a healthy drop in 2024, though the week-long Holi break of March might slow down the developments of February

December saw the Article 370 judgement, hearings against Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, Justice Kaul’s retirement and more. 

What happened at the Supreme Court in October 2023? We recap all the notable developments.

In a month marked by Constitution Bench activity, the Court also heard critical matters on convict remission policy and the Manipur violence

In August, amid constitutional benches and regular hearings, the SC continued to push major institutional reforms.

In July, the top Court returned from summer vacation and continued to hear Constitution Bench cases and delivered key judgements.

May saw the most Constitution Bench Judgements this year, and saw the retirement and appointments of two judges.

The SC delivered two Constitution Bench decisions while also introducing significant infrastructural initiatives.