Judge in the dock
The judiciary is the cornerstone of India’s democratic framework, charged with upholding constitutional values and serving as an impartial arbiter of disputes.
The judiciary is the cornerstone of India’s democratic framework, charged with upholding constitutional values and serving as an impartial arbiter of disputes.
India's Supreme Court recently unveiled a new statue of Lad’ Justice, an iconic symbol of the judiciary, marking a significant departure from traditional representations rooted in colonial heritage.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the conference and will also be releasing a Coin and Postage stamp to commemorate 75 years of the establishment of the Supreme Court.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the National Conference of District Judiciary at Bharat Mandapam here on Saturday. On the occasion, he will unveil a stamp and coin commemorating 75 years of the establishment of the Supreme Court of India.
India's legal landscape is marked by a myriad of ongoing developments and pressing issues. These legal developments encompass many areas, from legislative changes to judicial decisions, shaping the country’s legal framework and societal dynamics.
Professionalizing the judiciary not only makes courts more trustworthy and respectable in the eyes of the people, but also enhances its capability to resolve disputes, and thus contributes to a more vibrant, prosperous community.
At all times, the bureaucrat must remain connected to the ground and not allow her advice and decisions to be influenced by vested interests or political pressure. The Indian ship is too big for sudden course corrections. Each decision for major change has to be extensively and painstakingly discussed with all stakeholders. Only when a consensus is available should major changes be made.
"People are confident that they will get relief and justice from the judiciary. It gives them the strength to pursue a dispute. They know that when things go wrong, the judiciary will stand by them..."
The total cost of the scheme is estimated at Rs 9,000 crore, of which Rs 5,357 crore will be Central share, including Rs 50 crore for the Gram Nyayalayas Scheme.
The top court was hearing an application for restoration of the PIL which was dismissed by the apex court bench headed by former Chief Justice S.A. Bobde in March for non-prosecution.
