Archive · 11 Aug 2025
Opposition Condemns Ex-BJP Spokesperson's Judge Nomination
The Supreme Court wants Aarti Sathe, who used to speak for a political party, to become a judge.
Some politicians are upset because they think she might be biased because of her past job.
She left her party before being considered.
Others think she is being targeted for her past political affiliations.
The process involves the law ministry and the President.
Opposition criticizes the recommendation of Aarti Sathe, ex-BJP spokesperson, as Bombay High Court judge.
Sathe resigned from her BJP post and membership in January 2024.
The Supreme Court Collegium approved her appointment on July 28.
Rohit Pawar questioned Sathe's ability to rule against the BJP.
BJP defends the appointment, citing Sathe's prior resignation and legal qualifications.
- Who
- Aarti Sathe, Supreme Court Collegium, opposition parties, and BJP officials.
- What
- Recommendation of Aarti Sathe, former BJP spokesperson, as Bombay High Court judge.
- When
- Recommendation approved on July 28, 2024.
- Where
- Bombay High Court.
- Why
- Opposition questions impartiality; BJP defends based on merit and her resignation.
Concerns Over Impartiality
Arguments for Nomination
Impartiality vs. Qualifications
Concerns Over Impartiality
Appointment raises concerns about judicial impartiality due to Sathe's previous political role.
Arguments for Nomination
The appointment is merit-based and Sathe has no current ties to the party.
- Recommended Judge
- Aarti Sathe
- Former Role
- BJP Spokesperson
- Resignation Date
- January 2024
- Court
- Bombay High Court
- Father's Association
- Associated with BJP/RSS
Sources
Appointment of ex-BJP spokesperson as Bombay HC judge is ‘mockery of democracy’, says Opposition
‘How will she deliver fair judgments?’: Row over naming ex-BJP spokesperson Aarti Sathe as Bombay HC judge heats up
BJP ex-spokesperson named Bombay HC judge: Who is Aarti Sathe, in middle of Maharashtra row?
