National Consultation in Bengaluru addresses gender disparity in India’s higher judiciary
The Hindu
The Centre for Law and Policy Research (CLPR) hosted a national consultation titled ‘Equal Justice: Securing Equal Inclusion of Women in the Higher Judiciary’ on Saturday and Sunday at Sabha, Bengaluru.
The Centre for Law and Policy Research (CLPR) hosted a national consultation titled ‘Equal Justice: Securing Equal Inclusion of Women in the Higher Judiciary’ on Saturday and Sunday at Sabha, Bengaluru.
The event brought together retired judges, legal professionals, scholars, and civil society representatives to confront systemic barriers impeding women’s advancement in India’s judiciary, where representation remains alarmingly low. Women currently account for just 14.42% of High Court judges and 6% of Supreme Court judges — only two out of 33 justices. Historically, a mere 11 of 279 Supreme Court judges (3.94%) have been women, with no female Chief Justice in 75 years. Justice B.V. Nagarathna is poised to shatter this ceiling in 2027, though her tenure will last only 36 days.
The consultation emphasised transparent judicial appointments and reforms to create a gender-inclusive judiciary, spotlighting inter-sectional challenges faced by women from marginalised backgrounds. CLPR aims to catalyse legal and institutional shifts to bolster women’s leadership in the judiciary.
The event commenced with a panel exploring the role of bar associations in promoting gender diversity in judicial leadership. Prashanth Kumar, president of the Bar Association of India, shared his vision, stating: “I’ve seen women excel in top roles. I’ll ensure half our State secretaries are women by leveraging mentoring programmes in criminal law and pushing institutional reforms.”
Run 3 Space | Play Space Running Game
Traffic Jam 3D | Online Racing Game
Duck Hunt | Play Old Classic Game
Machilipatnam MP discusses sea erosion in Krishna district with NDMA member, proposes solutions for coastal protection and farmer assistance.
Nature camp educates Madurai students on forests and environmental conservation to create awareness for future generations.
KEA uses facial recognition & QR code technology to prevent impersonation during CET exams in Karnataka.
Nellor Mayor presents budget for 2025-26 focusing on development and welfare measures, with total proposed expenditure of ₹706.79 crore.
Tamil actor and karate instructor Shihan Hussaini laid to rest in Madurai after public tribute in Chennai.
‘P4’ an ambitious initiative to achieve zero poverty in Andhra Pradesh by 2047. To be launched on the Telugu new year ‘Ugadi’, which is celebrated on March 30 this year, the initiative aims at ushering in socio-economic development through partnerships between public and private entities, and the people, and uplift communities through inclusive economic growth.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan distributed the prestigious Kairali Research Awards at a ceremony held here on Wednesday.
Mohanlal expresses gratitude for fans eagerly awaiting L2:Empuraan movie release, hinting at a possible third installment.
GBDA plans ambitious Bidadi Township Project with work-live-play model, parks, industries, and international cricket stadium.
Residents of Dindigul ward 29 protest for drinking water supply, leading to officials promising water tankers for temporary relief.
Congress forms internal committee to address delimitation concerns, emphasizing need for government clarity and fair representation for all states.
To make city bus drivers fall in line with traffic rules, the Mangaluru City police henceforth will begin registering FIRs against traffic violations under Section 281 (reckless driving) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Police Commissioner Anupam Agrawal said on Wednesday. So far, they were only imposing penalties for traffic violations.
Nookambika temple’s State festival to begin on March 28 in Anakapalli district