Yesterday, On 12th November, The Supreme Court expressed concern over inadequate private washroom facilities for women judges in a Gujarat court, following a letter from a female judicial officer who had to use a senior judge’s restroom. The court emphasized the need for improved infrastructure for female judicial officers during a public interest litigation regarding toilet availability.
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Chandrachud today urges senior advocates to avoid recruiting juniors through personal networks. He advocates for a formal process of applications and interviews to level the playing field and increase female participation in the legal profession. Chandrachud emphasized the success of women when given equal opportunities and encouraged recognizing their expertise.
Today, On 30th August, Kapil Sibal urged the Chief Justice of India to appoint more women to the higher judiciary, emphasizing the need for gender representation. With only two women judges in the Supreme Court, Sibal highlighted the potential of women in the legal profession and emphasized the challenges they face in rising to leadership positions. Justice Hima Kohli’s distinguished career was also praised.
Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud highlighted the importance of increasing the number of women judges in courts at a lecture in the United Kingdom. He emphasized that the need for more women judges goes beyond the belief that they deliver “liberal” verdicts. Chandrachud also discussed LGBTQ issues, reservation versus merit debate, and addressed a controversial remark in a rape case judgment.