Karnataka orders all-women law team for historic Dharwad bench appearance
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Why in news
The Karnataka government appointed an all-women law team to represent the state before an all-women bench of the High Court to promote gender justice.
Background
The Advocate-General of Karnataka, Shashi Kiran Shetty, issued the order for the Dharwad bench. The initiative involves seven benches, including three division benches and four single-judge benches, following a request from the Dharwad Advocates’ Association.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceDharwad is a city in the state of Karnataka.
- PostThe Advocate-General is the state's highest law officer.
- FactThe special sitting involves seven benches (3 division and 4 single-judge).
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of institutional representation in achieving gender justice and women's empowerment in the Indian legal system.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- symbolic representation
- structural barriers
- way forward: inclusive legal reforms
Keywords: gender justice · institutional representation · empowerment · legal advocacy
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