How is the Indian judiciary addressing cases over 30 years old in high courts

Nearly 62,000 cases pending in high courts in India are over 30 years old
  • The Indian judiciary is actively addressing cases over 30 years old in high courts through various measures.
  • The government has set up specific courts to focus on and fast-track the disposal of long-pending cases.
  • Special drives and initiatives are conducted to prioritize the hearing and resolution of these old cases.
  • Judges are encouraged to expedite the legal process by holding frequent hearings and closely monitoring the progress of such cases.
  • Efforts are being made to streamline the legal system, reduce adjournments, and enhance efficiency in handling these long-pending cases.
  • The judiciary is also exploring alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to resolve cases more swiftly.
  • Overall, the aim is to reduce the backlog of old cases and ensure timely justice delivery in the Indian high courts.
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