The Supreme Court is hearing review petitions against the judgment holding that a 3-year practice is mandatory for entering into judicial services.

Bench: CJI Surya Kant, Justice August George Masih and Justice K Vinod Chandran

During the hearing last month, the CJI had orally commented that the three-year rule was disproportionately affecting women candidates.

Responding to the Court's call for suggestions, several High Courts have supported retaining the condition while some others have supported relaxing the mandate for specially abled candidates.

Law colleges have suggested broadening the meaning of "practice at the Bar" to include alternative forms of legal experience.

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