Q.) Discuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the higher judiciary to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness (150 Words) (10 marks)
Q.) विविधता, समानता और समावेशिता सुनिश्चित करने के लिए उच्च न्यायपालिका में महिलाओं को अधिक प्रतिनिधित्व की वांछनीयता पर चर्चा करें (150 शब्द) (10 अंक)
General Studies- 2 Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International relations.
- As per the data from the Union Ministry of law, out of 1079 judges in the High Courts, we have 82 women judges in our higher judiciary.
Status of Women in India Judiciary
- In High Courts, women judges constitute 11.5% whereas in Supreme Court, there are only four women justices.
- Of the 1.7 million advocates, only 15% are women.
- Lack of infrastructure.
Need of greater representation to women in higher judiciary
- Ensuring Judicial Independence and Integrity
- Promotion of Gender Equality in key areas
- Enhance the legitimacy of courts
- Experience of women is vital in decision-making
Measures to be taken:
- Gender Inclusivity
- Gender Sensitization
- Diversity in the Benches
- Appointment from the Bar
- Promoting female judges from lower judiciary
- Promotion of Legal Education
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