The President of India recently approved the formation of the 23rd Law Commission of India for a three-year term.
About the 23rd Law Commission of India:
- The 23rd Law Commission consists of a full-time Chairperson, four full-time members (including the Member-Secretary), and several ex-officio and part-time members.
- The chairperson and members can be serving judges of the Supreme Court or High Courts or other qualified persons.
- The 23rd Commission will examine critical issues such as globalisation’s impact on food security, unemployment, and the protection of marginalised groups.
- Its term follows the 22nd Law Commission, which ended on August 31 and left several important reports pending, such as those on the Uniform Civil Code and simultaneous elections.
Terms of Reference (ToR)
- Review and repeal of obsolete laws.
- Address issues of Law and Poverty.
- Improve Judicial Administration.
- Focus on the Directive Principles and Constitutional Objectives.
- Ensure Gender Equality.
- Oversee the revision of Central Acts.
- Engage in International Research Assistance.
About the Law Commission of India (LCI):
- The LCI is a non-statutory body formed by the Government of India through the Ministry of Law & Justice.
- It conducts research and offers legal recommendations to the government based on its Terms of Reference.
- Established in 1955, the first Law Commission of independent India was chaired by M.C. Setalvad.
- The LCI operates in collaboration with the Indian Legal Service and the Central Secretariat Service to provide advice.
- Its reports are regularly cited in Parliament, courts, and academic discussions, influencing policy and legal decisions across India.
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Frequently Asked Question:
What is the composition of the 23rd Law Commission of India?
The 23rd Law Commission includes a Chairperson, full-time members, and part-time members, including ex-officio members.
When was the first Law Commission of independent India established?
The first Law Commission of independent India was established in 1955, chaired by M.C. Setalvad.
What is one of the pending issues from the 22nd Law Commission?
The Uniform Civil Code and simultaneous elections were pending reports from the 22nd Law Commission.