The Supreme Court on March 14 flagged concern about Kerala being the only State where at least 20 persons are appointed to Ministers for just two years, and then they go on to get pension for the rest of their lives.
Justice Nazeer, the lead judge on a Bench also comprising Justice Krishna Murari, said he had a read a newspaper report about this phenomenon in Kerala.
"At least 20 persons are appointed for Ministers for two years and then they get pension for full life... Please tell us why," Justice Nazeer asked senior advocate V. Giri, who is appearing for the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC). The State corporation has challenged the higher fuel prices, especially diesel, saying it would affect public transport.
