Competence Quote by Kapil Sibal

Normally, the secrecy and lack of transparency surrounding the appointment of judges of the higher judiciary ensures that citizens come to know of these…

— Prashant Bhushan

Just as judges have enormous stake in the appointment of judicial officers in the higher judiciary, the government has an equal stake. Since both…

— Kapil Sibal

Judges are appointed often through the political process

— Stephen Breyer

The appointment of judges to the higher judiciary cannot be the sole domain of a few members of the higher judiciary. This turf must…

— Kapil Sibal

I intend to go right on appointing highly qualified individuals of the highest personal integrity to the bench, individuals who understand the danger of…

— Ronald Reagan

Selecting about 100 judges of the higher judiciary every year in a rational and fair manner is an onerous task requiring a full-time and…

— Prashant Bhushan

If, then, the courts of justice are to be considered as the bulwarks of a limited Constitution against legislative encroachments, this consideration will afford…

— Alexander Hamilton

“The Court, after all, is not a monolith. Transparency resides in parts of the Court, among Justices and staff who believe that letting the…

— Marites Dañguilan Vitug

Judicial excellence requires candor before confirmation. We are being asked to give the nominee enormous power.

— Herb Kohl

What is it that makes us trust our judges? Their independence in office and manner of appointment.

— John Marshall

Presidents and cabinet officials could send a strong message of accountability if they held senior appointees responsible for their performance.

— Richard Grenell

Supreme Court nominees should be individuals who not only understand, but truly respect the equal roles and responsibilities of different branches of government and…

— Chuck Grassley