What are the primary causes of the backlog of cases in the judiciary, and what steps can be taken to expedite the resolution of cases?
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The factors, mainly responsible for, arrears in the judiciary, are an inadequate judicial infrastructure, insufficient number of judges, procedural delays, and inflowing of frivolous litigation. Most courts have rudimentary and antiquated systems not adequately helped by technological support in case management and tracking. On the other hand, the judge-to-population ratio in many regions is very low, which burdens each judge with a huge caseload. Other contributory factors that really slow down the process are procedural delays, inclusive of long adjournments and complicated procedural requirements. Apart from this, frivolous and unnecessary litigation adds to the burden and saps the system of its time and energy that should have otherwise been devoted to other more urgent cases.
Case disposal can be speeded up by several measures: first, by increasing the number of judges and improving judicial infrastructure. In this, the use of technology in facilitating e-filing and electronic case management, as well as virtual hearings, will greatly reduce inordinate delays. Simplification of procedural laws and checking unwarranted adjournments will make the case process smooth. ADR methods, like mediation and arbitration, can be initiated and prompted for the settlement of disputes outside the mainstream courts. Stringent penalties for frivolous litigation will dissuade such cases from entering the mainstream. Only comprehensive judicial reforms aimed at making the system efficient and modern will really help in tackling the problem of arrears effectively and providing timely justice to the people.
The factors, mainly responsible for, arrears in the judiciary, are an inadequate judicial infrastructure, insufficient number of judges, procedural delays, and inflowing of frivolous litigation. Most courts have rudimentary and antiquated systems not adequately helped by technological support in case management and tracking. On the other hand, the judge-to-population ratio in many regions is very low, which burdens each judge with a huge caseload. Other contributory factors that really slow down the process are procedural delays, inclusive of long adjournments and complicated procedural requirements. Apart from this, frivolous and unnecessary litigation adds to the burden and saps the system of its time and energy that should have otherwise been devoted to other more urgent cases.
Case disposal can be speeded up by several measures: first, by increasing the number of judges and improving judicial infrastructure. In this, the use of technology in facilitating e-filing and electronic case management, as well as virtual hearings, will greatly reduce inordinate delays. Simplification of procedural laws and checking unwarranted adjournments will make the case process smooth. ADR methods, like mediation and arbitration, can be initiated and prompted for the settlement of disputes outside the mainstream courts. Stringent penalties for frivolous litigation will dissuade such cases from entering the mainstream. Only comprehensive judicial reforms aimed at making the system efficient and modern will really help in tackling the problem of arrears effectively and providing timely justice to the people.