Source: Subject: STV Context: Prime Minister of India, at the National Conference on Strengthening Legal Aid Delivery Mechanisms, emphasized ensuring “ease of justice” through accessible, affordable, and inclusive legal services for all citizens. About Strengthening Legal Aid Mechanism in India: What it is? Legal aid refers to free legal assistance provided to those unable to …
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Context: Supreme Court Justice Vikram Nath expressed deep concern that over 70% of India’s prison population are undertrials, most of whom remain unaware of their right to free legal aid, as revealed in a NALSAR University of Law report on fair trial practices. About NALSAR University of Law report on fair trials: What it is? …
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Topic: Subordinate Courts Q4. “Subordinate judiciary forms the real foundation of the justice system, yet remains the most neglected”. Analyse the reasons and suggest measures for institutional strengthening. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question: Subordinate courts are the backbone of India’s justice delivery system, yet their inefficiency and neglect remain a …
Topic: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies Q3. Discuss the role of mediation in promoting access to justice under Article 39A of the Constitution. Analyse how the Mediation Act 2023 strengthens the justice-delivery framework. Outline reforms to enhance institutional capacity and public trust in mediation. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question: …
Syllabus: Polity Source: TH Context: As per the India Justice Report 2025, only 15.5 lakh people availed legal aid in 2023–24, despite nearly 80% of India’s population being eligible. This reveals persistent gaps in NALSA’s reach, budget utilisation, and service quality. About Legal Aid and NALSA: What it is? The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) …
