Legal limelight: Key Supreme Court developments of 2023

The Supreme Court of India had a transformative journey in 2023, implementing advanced reforms such as updated e-filing systems and 166 Special Bench sittings. The court successfully disposed of 52,220 cases, a notable increase from the previous year. However, there was a spike in case filings, reaching 53,753. The year also saw the court make several landmark decisions, including upholding the validity of demonetisation and the abrogation of Article 370. The court also addressed issues such as the practice of Jallikattu, accountability of civil services in Delhi, and appointments of Election Commissioners.