Justice Abhay S. on Judiciary. Oka’s big statement, the system failed to live up to the expectations of the common man.

News India Live, Digital Desk: Former Supreme Court Judge Justice Abhay S. Oka (Justice Abhay S. Oka) has given a very serious and introspective statement regarding the current state of the Indian Judiciary. He clearly acknowledged that the judiciary It has failed to meet the expectations of the common man. This statement of Justice Oka has come at a time when there is a debate going on across the country on the number of pending cases in the courts and the delay in getting justice.

Concern over ‘date after date’ and delay in justice

Justice Oka said during a program that the biggest flaw of the justice system ‘excessive delay’ Is. He said that when a common citizen approaches the court, he expects speedy justice, but the existing structure keeps him entangled in legal processes for years. According to him, “Justice delayed is justice denied” and this situation is weakening public confidence in the judiciary.

Key points of Justice Oka’s address:

Common man’s reach: He stressed that the legal process has become so complex and expensive that it has become a big challenge for an ordinary person to get justice.

Lack of resources: The former justice also cited vacant posts of judges in the courts and lack of infrastructure as the main reasons for this failure.

Need for self-improvement: He called upon the judicial fraternity not to merely count the shortcomings of the system but take concrete steps to improve it.

Use of Technology: He advocated promotion of modern technology and e-Courts to make the justice delivery system faster and transparent.

Emphasis on judicial accountability

Justice Abhay S. Oka, who has been a vocal supporter of human rights and civil liberties during his tenure, said the judiciary must hold itself to account. He suggested that from the lower courts to the apex court, a mechanism should be developed so that the poor and deprived sections of people can get timely relief. His statement is being seen by legal experts as a big warning towards “positive reforms” within the judiciary.