WLF 2024 | Supreme Court Lacks Diversity Even After 75 Years: Expert Panel

At the Wayanad Literature Festival, a panel discussed the Supreme Court’s 75-year history, highlighting concerns about representation and institutional reforms. Experts criticized the court’s upper-caste dominance, workload, and the handling of bail petitions. They advocated for increased diversity, better management, and reinforced civil society’s role in monitoring judicial performance.