Expressing concern over misuse of the POCSO Act, the Supreme Court remarked that many cases arise from marital discords and consensual adolescent relationships, stressing the urgent need to spread legal awareness among boys and men to prevent wrongful criminalisation.
Law Minister said institutional arbitration aligns with Indian culture and must be encouraged. He added, “India would soon become a leading hub for such arbitration,” highlighting the country’s growing role in global dispute resolution systems.
Bengaluru: Former Supreme Court judge, Justice Indira Banerjee, emphasized the urgent need for a complete shift in mindset to enable more women to rise to higher positions in the judiciary. She shared her insights during a fireside chat on Saturday with Jayna Kothari, Executive Director of the Centre for Law and Policy Research (CLPR).
