Five crore Indians await justice as courts take breaks, impacting judicial efficiency
The article discusses the significant backlog of cases in Indian courts, with five crore people awaiting justice, exacerbated by long court vacations. It highlights that the Supreme Court and High Courts have substantial breaks, leading to delays in justice delivery. Despite calls for reducing vacations and increasing working days, the judiciary has resisted, citing the need for judges' rest and time for judgment writing. This situation disproportionately affects undertrials and those seeking timely resolution, undermining public trust in the justice system. The article suggests that a balance between judges' well-being and public interest is crucial for judicial reforms.
Key Points
- Five crore people are awaiting justice in Indian courts, contributing to a significant backlog of cases.
- Long court vacations in the Supreme Court and High Courts exacerbate delays in justice delivery.
- The judiciary has resisted calls to reduce vacations, citing the need for judges' rest and time for judgment writing.
- The situation disproportionately affects undertrials and erodes public trust in the justice system.
- Judicial reforms are needed to balance judges' well-being with the public interest in timely justice.
Exam Facts
- Five crore people are awaiting justice in Indian courts.
- The Supreme Court has 193 working days and 103 vacation days.
- High Courts have 210 working days and 75 vacation days.
- A 2018 study by Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy highlighted the impact of vacations.
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