Retired Supreme Court judge Justice Madan B. Lokur expressed concern over the juvenile justice system, stating, “Juvenile justice system understaffed, probation not given importance,” and highlighted the ineffective implementation of the Probation of Offenders Act in India.
Former Supreme Court Justice Madan B. Lokur stressed the need for the judiciary to prioritize bail over incarceration in India. He criticized the diminishing “bail, not jail” principle and highlighted a recent Supreme Court decision affirming the norm. The event also promoted open prisons as a successful model for inmate rehabilitation and reintegration.
New Delhi: In a thought-provoking session at the Bhopal Literature and Art Festival, former Supreme Court Justice Madan B. Lokur delved into pressing issues concerning the Indian judiciary, raising critical questions about case allocation, constitutional morality, and the role of the judiciary in upholding democratic values. Also read-BREAKING | Supreme Court Issues Split Decision On […]
