Supreme Court Deliberates on Constitutional Challenge to Tribunals Reforms Act 2021

Nov 12, 2025 12:34 am CST

The Supreme Court has reserved judgment on petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Tribunals Reforms Act 2021, which modifies appointment criteria and tenure terms for tribunal members. Petitioners argue the law contradicts previous Supreme Court judgments, while the government defends it as balancing judicial independence with administrative efficiency. The case highlights tensions between legislative authority and judicial precedent in tribunal governance.