In re: Petition against ADJ Ashok Bhartendu

3 Nov 2026Hearing

Supreme Court issues notice on plea challenging High Court order in ADJ Ashok Bhartendu case

The Supreme Court has issued notice regarding a petition that challenges an earlier Allahabad High Court order which had dismissed a survivor's request to restrain ADJ Ashok Bhartendu from presiding over POCSO court duties.

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Explanation in simple terms

What:: The Supreme Court decided to hear a request challenging a previous court decision.
Who:: The Supreme Court is the high court reviewing the case. The Allahabad High Court is the court that previously dismissed the request. Ashok Bhartendu is the Additional District Judge. The survivor is the person who requested the restraining order.
When:: Reported on 3 Nov 2026.
Where:: Uttar Pradesh.
Why:: The petition challenges a High Court order that refused to stop the judge from working on cases involving children.
What it means:: The Supreme Court will now examine the petition to decide if the lower court order should change.

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Explanation in simple terms

What:: The Supreme Court asked the Allahabad High Court to explain its position on a legal complaint.
Who:: The Supreme Court is the top court, the Allahabad High Court is the administration, and Ashok Bhartendu is the judge accused of rape.
When:: Reported on 3 Nov 2026.
Where:: Uttar Pradesh.
Why:: A plea asks to remove the judge from handling cases involving sexual crimes against children while he faces rape accusations.
What it means:: The Allahabad High Court must now provide a response to the Supreme Court regarding this situation.

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The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Allahabad High Court administration and Additional District Judge (ADJ) Ashok Bhartendu on a petition file

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Explanation in simple terms

What:: The Supreme Court asked for replies regarding a request to remove a judge from his position.
Who:: The Supreme Court is the top court, the Allahabad High Court is the administrative body, and Ashok Bhartendu is the Additional District Judge who is accused of rape.
When:: Reported on 3 Nov 2026.
Where:: Allahabad High Court, Uttar Pradesh.
Why:: A petition was filed asking to remove the judge because he is accused of rape.
What it means:: The court now waits for the Allahabad High Court and the judge to provide their responses to the petition.

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