“Women Leading the Way in Judiciary: A Promising Future for Justice”
At the National Conference of the District Judiciary, Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud praised the growing participation of women in India’s judiciary, emphasizing Kerala’s leadership, where 72% of judicial officers are women. Citing the recruitment figures from other states, such as 66% in Delhi and 58% in Rajasthan, the CJI called this trend a promising sign for the judiciary’s future.
While addressing the district judiciary’s pivotal role, Chandrachud noted that it serves as both the first and final point of contact for many litigants. He urged the judiciary to abandon the colonial term “subordinate judiciary,” recognizing district courts as the backbone of the legal system. Highlighting the importance of mentorship and support for younger judges and advocates, he shared an example of a young female judge who faced disrespect in her rural court, pointing out that gender and age biases still persist in some areas.
CJI Chandrachud also underscored the district judiciary’s wide-ranging responsibilities beyond delivering judgments. District judges, he noted, engage with legal aid committees, oversee infrastructure development, and manage case logistics. He encouraged district court judges to offer valuable mentorship to younger advocates, fostering their growth and preparing them for future challenges.
Further, the CJI emphasized the importance of leveraging technology to enhance judicial efficiency, stressing that technology must be fully integrated into court operations to ensure a citizen-centric approach. He warned that simply acquiring tech devices is not enough without proper implementation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, also in attendance, spoke about the importance of district courts as the foundation of the justice system. Acknowledging the pending 4.5 crore cases in district courts, Modi outlined efforts to bolster judicial infrastructure, including significant investments in the last decade. He also called for faster adjudication of cases involving women’s safety and spoke on the newly introduced criminal laws aimed at empowering citizens, particularly women and children.
Both leaders affirmed the judiciary’s critical role in safeguarding citizens’ rights and emphasized the need for continuous improvements to ensure justice is delivered swiftly and fairly.
(With inputs from agency)
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