Topic: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary
Q3. “Judicial vacations are a colonial legacy that no longer serves the needs of a 21st-century democracy”. Critically examine. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question:
Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai told lawyers that the first five senior most judges will be sitting in the first week of the court vacations.Key demand of the question:
The question requires critical evaluation of both the redundancy and the continued utility of judicial vacations in today’s democratic and high-pendency context, followed by a balanced way forward.Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Briefly mention the colonial origin of judicial vacations and rising demand for reform due to contemporary pendency.Body
- Examine why judicial vacations are considered outdated in modern India.
- Justify why they may still serve valid institutional purposes.
- Suggest a practical way forward to reform judicial scheduling without hampering judicial efficiency or well-being.
Conclusion
Conclude with a solution-oriented remark on modernising court calendars in line with constitutional duties and public expectations.
