Judges must limit summoning government officials to respect separation of powers; frequent calls need just cause.

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....Separation of powers - practice of frequently summoning government officials to court - Courts must refrain from summoning officials as the first resort. While the actions and decisions of public officials are subject to judicial review, summoning officials frequently without just cause is not permissible - The SOP is set out - SC....