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13 July 2026

Judicial infrastructure and facilities

The topic addresses a critical governance and constitutional issue regarding the functioning of the judiciary and the inclusion of vulnerable sections, which is a recurring theme in GS2 Mains questions.

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Notes

  • Judicial infrastructure is categorized as a necessity rather than a luxury for the effective functioning of the justice system.
  • The Chief Justice of India emphasized the need for mandatory women-centric facilities in all new court complexes, including separate Bar rooms and adjoining childcare facilities.
  • A Supreme Court Bar Association survey indicates that many judicial complexes across Indian states currently lack basic amenities for women advocates.
  • Judicial complexes are expected to provide 'first-aid' amenities to litigants, such as seating, drinking water, and washrooms, to instill confidence in socially and financially backward citizens.
  • The Gurugram District and Sessions Court complex serves as a model, featuring 55 modern courtrooms, a mediation centre, a bank, a post office, and a Bar library.
  • The rapid urbanization and industrialization of regions like Gurugram have necessitated the expansion of judicial infrastructure to handle the rising volume of legal disputes.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of modern judicial infrastructure in ensuring access to justice for all sections of society. How does the lack of basic amenities in court complexes impact the inclusivity of the legal profession? 150 words
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  2. The transformation of judicial infrastructure is essential for the effective delivery of justice in an evolving urban landscape. In this context, examine the role of the judiciary in promoting gender-inclusive facilities within court complexes and its impact on the empowerment of women in the legal fraternity. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following is considered a primary objective of modernizing judicial infrastructure as highlighted by the Chief Justice of India?