Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna addressed the “black coat syndrome” at a Human Rights Day event, emphasizing the importance of human rights for fostering peace. He highlighted the need for reforms in the justice system, addressing overcrowding in jails, and ensuring compassion towards marginalized groups, especially undertrial prisoners and the elderly.
Today, On 6th June, The Supreme Court ruled that compensating victims in criminal cases should not reduce the accused’s sentence. Such payments aim to rehabilitate victims, not to mitigate punishment, and using compensation to lessen sentences would disrupt criminal justice. The court stressed the importance of considering victims separately from sentencing and directed additional compensation for the convicts.
Former Supreme Court Judge Navin Sinha advocated for comprehensive criminal law reforms to ensure swift justice, emphasizing the need for modernization in the legal framework while balancing stringent laws with human rights protections. He highlighted the significance of training for judges and police officers. New criminal laws praised for addressing societal standards and expediting justice delivery.
