CJI Surya Kant Recuses from EC Appointments Law Hearing Citing Conflict of Interest

• CJI Surya Kant recused himself from hearing petitions challenging the 2023 law on EC appointments.
• He cited a "conflict of interest" as the reason for his recusal, stating it would be inappropriate for a prospective CJI to hear the case.
• The law removes the CJI from the selection committee for the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners.
• The new selection committee comprises the Prime Minister, a Union Minister, and the Leader of Opposition.
• The matter will now be heard by a new bench on April 7, comprising judges not in line to become CJI.