Judiciary in India

Judiciary in India covers the history of the Indian judiciary from pre-independence to the present time. The Indian judicial system, particularly the Supreme Court of India is the most honoured wing of Indian governance. This book discusses the overwhelming influence of the higher courts of the country on the working of the executive. The Supreme Court’s role as the final arbiter on the intent of the various sections of the constitution and its role in protecting the rights of the common man as well as preventing misuse of the constitution by politicians and political parties has been brought out in great detail, ably supported by case histories with full references. Judiciary in India also provides an overview of the entire judicial system of the country from the district to the state and national level, with specific reference to its aggressive activism. Considerable space is given to the institution of public interest litigation which has been the last resort for many beleaguered sections of society. The book also dwells on the major inherent handicaps of the judicial system such as the inordinate delay in concluding cases as a result of the many levels of appeal. Judiciary in India is a veritable compendium of the legal system in India in all its varied aspects and impacts on government, the executive and the people of the country.