Supreme Court judges to publicly declare their assets on assuming office, here’ why

In a significant step towards promoting transparency, Supreme Court judges have collectively agreed to make their asset declarations public upon assuming office. During a full court meeting on Thursday, the judges resolved to disclose their assets, which will be made accessible on the Supreme Court’s official website. According to the apex court’s website, the publication of asset declarations will be entirely voluntary, allowing judges to exercise discretion in making their financial details public.