On Constitution Day 2025, CJI Surya Kant urged the creation of a uniform national judicial policy to bring consistency and clarity in court decisions. He said reducing contradictory rulings is essential to strengthen public trust and ensure predictable justice across India.
New Delhi: On Constitution Day, Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant strongly called for the creation of a single, well-defined national judicial policy and a robust institutional framework to bring greater uniformity and consistency across all courts in India.
Addressing the gathering during the Constitution Day celebrations, the CJI stressed that the country now needs a more predictable and coherent judicial approach so that justice delivery does not vary from one court to another.
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He pointed out that different interpretations by various High Courts and multiple benches of the Supreme Court often cause confusion and uncertainty.
According to him, this situation must change, and courts should move towards a more unified and structured system that speaks with one clear constitutional voice.
“One constructive way forward, in my opinion, can be the evolution of a uniform national judicial policy and institutional framework that encourages coherence across jurisdictions so that our courts speak with clarity and consistency. It is high time we minimise unpredictability and avoidable divergence that may arise simply because there are twenty-five High Courts or multiple benches of the Supreme Court,”
To explain his vision in a more understandable way, Justice Surya Kant used a musical comparison, stating that the justice system should work like a perfectly coordinated orchestra, not like individual instruments playing without harmony.
“Justice cannot resemble a set of instruments producing harmonious notes in isolation but discordant sounds when played together. Instead, we must strive for a judicial symphony – one rhythm expressed in many voices and languages, but guided by a common constitutional score.”
He began his speech by remembering the words of Begum Aizaz Rasul, one of the fifteen women members of the Constituent Assembly, highlighting the true measure of a Constitution.
“A Constitution is judged by the spirit in which it is worked. It is judged by the manner and method of its implementation.”
CJI Kant further spoke about one of the most important developments in implementing the Constitution in modern times – the growing role of mediation. He said mediation is now becoming a central pillar of the justice delivery system and has the power to transform how disputes are resolved in India.
“[Mediation] can ease the burden of pendency, enhance public confidence, and repair relationships in ways that litigation seldom permits. Above all, it brings justice closer to the people by offering a process that is less intimidating, more efficient and genuinely responsive to individual needs,”
He expressed happiness over the recent Mediation for Nation drive, stating that it played a major role in spreading awareness and promoting mediation as a practical solution for resolving disputes, especially in matrimonial matters, motor accident claims, and commercial conflicts.
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Apart from mediation, the CJI also highlighted the rising use of technology in courts.
He said that tools such as digital filing, virtual hearings, online transcript software, multilingual court platforms, and advanced case-management systems are slowly making the justice system more accessible and transparent for the common people.
However, he issued an important warning that technology should not create new barriers for citizens, especially those who are poor or lack internet access and digital resources.
“Technology must still be deployed with sensitivity and must remain inclusive, particularly for those who lack resources or connectivity,”
Justice Kant also spoke about the importance of international cooperation among courts and judicial bodies. He said that sharing best practices globally is essential for strengthening justice systems and improving legal standards.
“It is my conviction that the community of courts should no longer be regarded as an abstract diplomatic ideal. It must be understood as a practical conduit for shared learning, mutual strengthening, and collective advancement,”
The Constitution Day event was also attended by President Droupadi Murmu, who spoke about the latest Constitutional amendment providing one-third reservation for women in Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies. She described this move as a landmark step towards achieving political justice for women in India.
“Out of the one hundred six constitutional amendments, the latest has taken a historic step towards political justice for women. This law is also a true tribute to the fifteen women members of the Constituent Assembly who initiated the empowerment of women in our parliamentary system,”
While praising the amendment, the President also reminded the audience that true equality is still far away.
She highlighted that women’s representation in various sectors like judiciary, legislature, executive, and other professional fields continues to remain low, and more effort is needed.
“Even today, we are behind. We have to move forward. Many speakers today have said that the number of women participating in the judiciary, legislature, executive and direct sectors must be increased. Therefore, this will not happen only when the public makes efforts. We will also have to change our mindset. From the Constituent Assembly to today’s Parliament, representatives of women, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and backward classes have continued to take the country forward on the ideal of social justice,”
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