Gunjan, B.A. LL.B., Faculty of Law, SRM University, Delhi NCR, Sonepat
Whenever we hear about any word related to law, judiciary, or legal system related to India, the first things that will strike in our mind are the pendency of cases, slow functioning, and the technicality of matters. The government branch responsible for interpreting the law, resolving conflicts, and delivering justice to all citizens is the judiciary. The judiciary is seen as both the protector of the Constitution and the watchdog of democracy. An independent and unbiased court is essential to the proper operation of democracy. The term "judicial reform" describes modifications or enhancements made to the legal system, encompassing the laws, procedures, and court system. By improving the justice system's efficacy, efficiency, and transparency, these changes hope to protect the rule of law and give all citizens prompt, equitable justice.
The continuous evolution of society requires changes in its judicial system and thus the need for judicial reforms is a continuous and dynamic process. Additionally, by implementing these reforms, the Judiciary is better prepared to meet emerging issues and continue to effectively advance justice and equality for all.
Changes to the laws and norms governing the legal system, the court system's structure and organization, the selection and education of judges, the rules and procedures controlling the use of evidence in trials, and the use of technology to enhance court operations are all examples of judicial reforms.
What functions does the Indian judiciary execute?
Indian judiciary is a multi-functional organ with a systematic hierarchical structure that is governed by the Indian Constitution.1The judiciary's primary duty is to apply the law to particular situations or to resolve conflicts, to lay down judicial precedents and processes (Judicial Process is the way a judge reaches a decision, not the decision he reaches.)2. Other functions of the judiciary include protecting fundamental rights, guardians the Indian constitution, the higher courts also perform the function of supervising the subordinate courts in India, giving advisory instructions, performing administrative functions, conducting judicial inquiries, and much more.
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