Understanding Justice: Challenges and Solutions
What Is Justice?
Justice ensures people receive what they deserve based on their actions. But do we always get what we rightfully deserve? When we hear “justice is done,” it often means a court convicts an accused person based on evidence. Yet, the concept of justice raises questions about fairness and consequences.
The Dark Side of Evidence
Evidence and facts can be hard to uncover. Sometimes, they’re manipulated or only visible when convenient. This distorts justice, prioritizing survival over fairness. The consequences affect not just one person but entire generations.
Delays in the Justice System
Courts often face case backlogs due to missing evidence, absent witnesses, or frequent adjournments. These delays deny timely justice. Digitalization of courts now helps lawyers avoid adjournments, speeding up case resolutions.
Alternative Forms of Justice
Beyond courts, other justice forms exist, like street and digital justice. Street justice involves mobs punishing an accused person, often without proof of guilt. Digital justice uses media to present evidence publicly, bypassing courts. Both are unethical and illegal, sometimes harming the innocent while letting culprits escape.
The Role of Judges
Judges deliver justice rationally, relying on facts, not emotions. Experienced judges, with years of advocacy, uncover deeper truths despite obstacles like power, money, or nepotism. However, many new law graduates become judges without practical experience, often assigned to district courts. Meanwhile, seasoned advocates serve in higher courts.
Challenges in District Courts
Some judges face corruption or pressure from local thugs and politicians, especially in district courts. These courts hold power but often lack strict enforcement. Private law firms also show little respect for district courts, revealing a harsh reality.
Moving Forward
India’s judiciary needs reform to strengthen district courts. Strict adherence to legal standards and increased respect for these courts are crucial. Justice requires more action than words to serve the nation effectively.
