Topic: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary
2. Judicial transparency is particularly important in judicial institutions because it fosters and promotes greater judicial independence and boosts public confidence. Elaborate. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: the Hindu
Why the question: In refusing to entertain ‘sealed covers’ submitted by the government or its agencies, the Supreme Court has made a noteworthy and welcome shift away from this unedifying practice.
Key Demand of the question: To write about the importance of judicial transparency and its impact.
Directive word:
Elaborate – Give a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Give a defining transparency in judicial institutions
Body:
Mention the advantages of transparency in judicial proceedings – accountability, combats corruption, and aids in eliminating arbitrariness. Public information can improve the level of trust and legitimacy of judges and others working in the justice system, allowing society to better understand its operation, challenges, and limitations.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing that judicial transparency reassures justice.
