In Brief
The Supreme Court appointed Dr. T.C.A. Anant, former Chief Statistician of India, as Technical Consultant to a National Task Force established in a pending criminal appeal. The Court directed the Ministry of Education to issue a formal appointment order and provide administrative support, infrastructure, data access, and appropriate remuneration. The appointment was sought to ensure scientific analysis of survey data. Relying on its constitutional powers and recognizing the need for expert technical assistance, the Court emphasized the executive's obligation to facilitate court-mandated processes, reinforcing the collaborative model of expert-supplemented judicial decision-making.
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