Former CJI D Y Chandrachud said India’s legal education system has major gaps despite producing top lawyers. He urged reforms, tech skills, and mental health support for the profession.
Nikhil Kamath argues that India’s justice system favors the privileged due to unequal access to legal resources, with only 1% utilizing free legal aid. He believes AI can democratize justice by enhancing speed, reducing errors, and improving access to legal knowledge, thereby enabling entrepreneurs to create equitable legal solutions for all.
Union Law Minister Arjun Meghwal emphasized the need for a digital detox while addressing AI’s impact on law at the fourth Madan Mohan Punchhi Memorial Lecture
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed numerous industries, including healthcare, finance, and, increasingly, the legal sector. As AI-driven technologies continue to evolve, a pressing question arises: will AI eventually replace lawyers? While AI has already revolutionized various aspects of legal practice—such as document review, contract analysis, and legal research—its role remains a subject of debate.
Today(on 10th August),CJI DY Chandrachud highlighted AI’s transformative impact on the Indian judiciary at a National Conference, noting that AI-driven transcription of Supreme Court proceedings has enhanced jurisprudence and judicial accountability.
