CJI bats for structured national registry of former judges willing to serve in ADR
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Why in news
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant proposed a structured national registry of retired judges to serve in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms to enhance access to justice.
Background
CJI Surya Kant suggested a framework where retired judges serve as mediators, arbitrators, legal educators, and pre-litigation counsellors. The proposal emphasizes treating their engagement as institutional service with accountability and support.
Facts for Prelims
- PostSurya Kant: Chief Justice of India (as of April 2026)
- FactADR mechanisms include mediation, Lok Adalats, and arbitration
- BodyThe proposal suggests a national registry for retired judges to provide institutional support
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the integration of retired judges into ADR mechanisms can alleviate judicial pendency and improve access to justice in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional accountability: Establishing formal frameworks for retired judges to ensure transparency in mediation and arbitration
- Judicial efficiency: Reducing court burden by promoting pre-litigation counseling and out-of-court settlements
- Access to justice: Leveraging judicial expertise to provide faster, cost-effective dispute resolution for the general public
Keywords: Alternative Dispute Resolution · Judicial Pendency · Access to Justice · Institutional Accountability · Mediation · Arbitration
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