Polity & GovernancePrelims + Mains
Is Yashwant Varma Still a Judge? Latest Status Explained
Judicial independence and accountability were put into question when Justice Yashwant Varma resigned from his position in April 2026 following the misconduct allegation. Resignation terminates the process of removal which means that constitutional and statutory changes have to be made in order for Parliament to continue overseeing judges and maintain public trust in the judiciary.
