In Brief
The All India Judges Association sought a mandamus directing the Union of India to constitute a commission to review service conditions of subordinate judiciary officers, including pay scales, retirement age, pension, and emoluments. The Court found that data collection by a competent body was necessary to adjudicate the issues raised. After all counsel agreed, the Court appointed Justice P. Venkatarama Reddi (former Supreme Court Judge) as Chairman and R. Basant (former High Court Judge) as Member to head the commission. The commission was tasked with examining pay structures, working conditions, benefits, and recommending mechanisms for periodic review, with all States and the Union of India directed to provide full assistance and information.
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