Justice PS Narasimha has urged national law college students to advocate using Telugu in district courts to preserve cultural values and enhance judicial accessibility. During the launch of AI tools and e-Seva Kendras in Telangana, he emphasized that language is crucial for communicating ideas and heritage, warning that its loss equates to losing cultural identity.
Hyderabad: Supreme Court judge Justice PS Narasimha has called for students of national law colleges to be encouraged to argue in Telugu in district courts, emphasizing the pivotal role of language in preserving cultural and judicial values. Speaking virtually at the inauguration of 31 e-Seva Kendras and three AI tools for judicial officers in Telangana, Justice Narasimha highlighted the profound connection between language, judiciary, and public accessibility.
Reviving Telugu Through Law
“Once this is done, you will revive the great values of the language,”
remarked Justice Narasimha, referring to the integration of Telugu in district court proceedings. He underscored the importance of language in expressing ideas, thoughts, and cultural nuances, stating,
“Our ideas, thoughts, the liberality of thoughts, accommodation, and so many valuable features of life are hidden in language itself.”
He warned that losing language equates to losing a significant part of cultural heritage and societal values.
Advancing Judicial Accessibility with AI Tools
The inauguration event also marked the rollout of three cutting-edge AI tools—Shruthi, Saransh, and Panini—designed to streamline judicial processes:
- Shruthi: A speech-to-text tool enabling judicial officers to capture new ideas or notes on the go.
- Saransh: A summary generator to condense judgments for quicker comprehension.
- Panini: A translation tool to convert judgments from English to regional languages, aligning with Justice Narasimha’s call to preserve language.
“Panini would help us realise the importance of preserving language,”
he noted, adding that the tools are part of the judiciary’s efforts to enhance efficiency and bridge gaps in accessibility.
Connecting Judiciary with the Public
Justice Narasimha emphasized that language plays a vital role in bridging the judiciary and the public, fostering better understanding and accessibility. The 31 e-Seva Kendras inaugurated at the event aim to digitize case management, making it easier for litigants and lawyers to access legal services.
Collaborative Efforts in Judicial Modernization
The event also saw the participation of Telangana High Court Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and other esteemed judges, reflecting the judiciary’s commitment to adopting technology while preserving cultural values. The AI tools and e-Seva Kendras are expected to significantly ease the workload of judges and improve the judicial process for all stakeholders.
Conclusion
Justice Narasimha’s advocacy for the use of Telugu in district courts and the introduction of AI tools reflects a forward-thinking approach to balancing modernization with cultural preservation. His statement, “If we lose language, we lose everything,” serves as a poignant reminder of the inseparable link between language and the identity of a community. The initiatives not only aim to improve judicial efficiency but also ensure that the judiciary remains closely connected to the people it serves.
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