Supreme Court Judges to Voluntarily Declare Assets on Official Website for Transparency

In a move aimed at enhancing transparency and public trust in the judiciary, the judges of the Supreme Court of India have agreed to voluntarily disclose their assets upon assuming office.

The decision was taken during a full court meeting of the apex court, where it was collectively resolved that judges would declare their assets and any significant acquisitions made thereafter, to the Chief Justice of India. These declarations will also be made accessible to the public via the Supreme Court’s official website.

According to an official statement published on the Supreme Court website, “The full court of the Supreme Court has resolved that judges should make a declaration of their assets on assuming office, and whenever any acquisition of a substantial nature is made, to the Chief Justice. This also includes declaration(s) by the Chief Justice of India himself.”

While the initiative is a voluntary one, it has already seen wide participation. As of now, thirty judges, including Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna, have submitted their declarations of assets, which are now publicly viewable online.

This development represents a significant step toward institutional transparency and accountability, reinforcing the judiciary’s commitment to openness and ethical conduct in public service