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VOL. 11, ISSUE 5 (2025)
Strengthening the Indian Judiciary: Comprehensive reforms to reduce delays and ensure timely justice
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Dr. Sonu
Abstract
The judiciary constitutes one of the foundational pillars of Indian
democracy, entrusted with the protection of citizens’ rights and serving as the
guardian of fundamental rights enshrined in the Constitution. In cases of
infringement, individuals are entitled to seek redressal before the courts.
However, the mere existence of judicial and reformative mechanisms is
inadequate if they fail to provide effective remedies within a reasonable
timeframe. Presently, the Indian judiciary is overburdened with an
unprecedented backlog of cases, many of which have remained pending for years.
Despite constitutional safeguards and periodic legal reforms, the persistence
of judicial delays undermines the cardinal principle that “justice delayed is
justice denied.” This paper undertakes a critical analysis of the causes and
consequences of such delays and proposes pragmatic solutions aimed at
strengthening the efficiency and timeliness of justice delivery in India.
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Pages:115-120
How to cite this article:
Dr. Sonu "Strengthening the Indian Judiciary: Comprehensive reforms to reduce delays and ensure timely justice". International Journal of Law, Vol 11, Issue 5, 2025, Pages 115-120
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