CJI Surya Kant pitches for ‘multi-door courthouse’ for comprehensive dispute resolution
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Why in news
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant advocated for a 'multi-door courthouse' model to shift from trial-based litigation to comprehensive dispute resolution through mediation.
Background
CJI Surya Kant proposed a multi-door courthouse model to address judicial pendency. The proposal emphasizes mediation as a tool to preserve relationships through tailored solutions and calls for a significant increase in the number of trained mediators across all judicial levels.
Facts for Prelims
- PostSurya Kant: Chief Justice of India (CJI)
- FactMediation is proposed as a comprehensive dispute resolution mechanism rather than just a trial-based approach
- FactThe 'Mediation for Nation' campaign is cited as a successful initiative to reduce judicial pendency
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the transition from a litigation-centric to a mediation-centric 'multi-door courthouse' model can address the crisis of judicial pendency in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional bottleneck: Shortage of certified mediators and lack of standardized training modules across different judicial tiers
- Societal impact: Preservation of interpersonal relationships and communal harmony through non-adversarial, tailored dispute resolution
- Legal framework: Balancing the right to a speedy trial with the voluntary nature of mediation in civil and commercial disputes
Keywords: Judicial Pendency · Alternative Dispute Resolution · Mediation · Multi-door Courthouse · Access to Justice
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