The proposal for an All-India Judicial Service (AIJS) has once again come under the spotlight, gaining traction with President Droupadi Murmu advocating for its establishment. President Murmu emphasizes the importance of creating a systemthat canidentifyandnurturetalentedindividuals, selecting judges from diverse backgrounds through a merit-based, competitive, and transparent process. The AIJS has been a matter of discussion for decades, wi th th e fir s t L aw Commission recommending its creation in 1958 to enhancetheefficiencyofthe subordinatejudiciary.Aconstitutional amendment in 1976 introducedArticle 312, paving the way for the AIJS. In March of this year, the government informed Parliament about the significance of a well-structuredAIJStostrengthenthejusticedelivery system.However, the lack of consensus among states and High Courts has hindered progress on the proposal. The establishment of the AIJS, modeled after other allIndia services like the IAS and IPS, is crucial to standardize and streamline judicial recruitments. It aims to ensure the selection of the most deserving candidates while fostering a more representative and inclusive judiciary, including adequate reservation for aspirants from marginalized sections. An alarming revelation by the Bar Council of India in 2017 claimed that 40-45% of lawyers in the country might possess fake degrees. This underscores the relevance of the AIJS, as it could mitigate the potential for political interference and irregularities inrecruitments.The2017HaryanaCivilServices (judicial branch) paper leak case exemplifies the challenges at the state level, revealing a system plagued by corruption. Building consensus on the AIJS proposal remains a significant challenge. President Murmu's endorsement of the AIJSshould ideally prompt dissenting state governments and High Courts to reconsider, recognizing the imperative for a more transparent, accountable, and efficient judiciary.As the debate continues, the need for a robust and standardized judicial service in the form of AIJS becomes increasingly evident, promising a judiciary that truly reflects the principles of justice and equality