Citizen and Judicial Reforms

Indian polity today is passing through difficult times. People are fast losing faith in the quality, integrity and efficiency of most governmental institutions. Even Judiciary which was the last bastion of hope in our polity has begun to face serious erosion in its credibility. It is high time that questions are asked on who will judge the judges; and how can we bring justice to the ordinary citizen in a credible and people friendly manner.Besides a very comprehensive and incisive introduction by the editor, Dr. Subhash C. Kashyap the present study contains valuable contributions from some of the most distinguished leaders moulding Indian public opinion parliamentarians including former Lok Sabha Speaker, Governors and Cabinet Ministers; eminent Judges including former Chief Justices of India; jurists; leading advocates; senior administrators and academicians.The topics covered in this volume include some of the most sensitive issues like the citizens woes with special reference to the costs and delays of justice, the quality and procedures for appointment and removal of judges, flaws in the system of administration of justice, accountability of the judiciary and contempt jurisdiction. The book also outlines proposals for judicial reforms, their relevance and their effectiveness. It would certainly prove valuable to the lawyers, judges, jurists and all others concerned with law and justice.