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Suggestions for the Reform in the Indian Judiciary
Vikram Babel
Pages: 01-13 | First Published: 05 Jun 2024
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Abstract

 The Indian judiciary, one of the pillars of democracy, plays a crucial role in upholding the rule of law, protecting fundamental rights, and ensuring justice for all. However, despite its significant contributions, the Indian judiciary faces numerous challenges that hinder its efficiency and effectiveness. This research paper aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the existing issues within the Indian judiciary and propose actionable reforms to address these challenges. The paper is structured into several sections, including an introduction, literature review, methodology, analysis of current issues, proposed reforms, and a conclusion. The proposed reforms are aimed at improving judicial efficiency, reducing pendency, enhancing transparency, and ensuring access to justice for all citizens.


 

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