The Lok Sabha approved the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 through a voice vote, while Opposition protests over the NEET paper leak and Ram Temple donation issue continued to disrupt Parliament.
The Lok Sabha on Monday passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, replacing an ordinance that increases the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges from 34 to 38, including the Chief Justice of India.
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The Bill was approved through a voice vote without a debate as Opposition members continued raising slogans over the alleged NEET paper leak and the alleged Ram Temple donation theft issue. Following the passage of the legislation, the House was adjourned for the day.
Supreme Court Judges’ Strength Increased
The newly passed legislation replaces an earlier ordinance and raises the sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court from 34 judges to 38, including the Chief Justice of India.
The Bill was cleared amid disruptions in the Lok Sabha and was passed without any discussion.
Rajya Sabha Adjourned Amid Opposition Protest
Proceedings in the Rajya Sabha were repeatedly disrupted as Opposition members demanded the presence of Home Minister Amit Shah to respond to questions regarding police action against students protesting over the alleged NEET paper leak.
Due to the continued protests, the Upper House was adjourned until 2 PM.
Government Pushes Pending Bills
As Parliament entered the third week of the Monsoon Session 2026, the Centre continued with its legislative agenda despite repeated disruptions.
Among the key Bills scheduled for introduction and consideration were:
- The Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2026, introduced by Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh in the Lok Sabha.
- The Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill, 2026, tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
- The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introduced in the Rajya Sabha by Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi.
Opposition Continues Protest
The Monsoon Session has witnessed frequent disruptions over several issues raised by Opposition parties, including:
- Alleged NEET examination paper leak.
- Police action against protesters during demonstrations at Jantar Mantar.
- Alleged theft of Ram Temple donations.
The protests have resulted in repeated adjournments and heated exchanges between the treasury and Opposition benches during the first two weeks of the session.
Key Highlights
- Lok Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026.
- Supreme Court judges’ strength increased from 34 to 38, including the Chief Justice of India.
- Bill cleared through a voice vote without debate.
- Rajya Sabha adjourned amid Opposition protests.
- Opposition demanded Home Minister Amit Shah’s presence over the NEET protest issue.
- Government continued introducing key Bills despite disruptions.
FAQs
What Bill did the Lok Sabha pass during the Monsoon Session 2026?
The Lok Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, increasing the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges.
How many Supreme Court judges will there now be?
The sanctioned strength has been increased from 34 to 38, including the Chief Justice of India.
Why was Parliament disrupted?
Opposition parties protested over the alleged NEET paper leak, police action against student protesters and the alleged Ram Temple donation theft issue.
Why was the Rajya Sabha adjourned?
The Rajya Sabha was adjourned after Opposition members demanded that Home Minister Amit Shah answer questions regarding police action against student protesters.
Which other Bills were scheduled during the session?
The government also introduced the Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2026, Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill, 2026, and the MSME Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026.
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