April 16, 2025
Why in News ? The India Justice Report 2025, the fourth edition of this biennial report, has been released. It evaluates the performance of Indian states in delivering justice across four key pillars: policing, judiciary, prisons, and legal aid.
Southern states, led by Karnataka, have dominated the rankings, while West Bengal fell to the last position among large and mid-sized states. The report highlights significant trends, regional disparities, and the challenges in achieving effective justice delivery in India.
Mains-Relevant for General Studies Paper II (Polity and Governance), covering judiciary, police reforms, and justice delivery mechanisms/Social Justice and Inclusive Governance:
Top Performers
Karnataka ranked first, followed by Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu among large and mid-sized states.
Bottom Performers:
West Bengal ranked last, with Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jharkhand, and Rajasthan also in the bottom five.
Notable Improvements
Small State Rankings:
Sikkim emerged as the best performer, while Goa lagged behind.
Critical Issues:
Undertrials Surge: Nearly 76% of the prison population consists of undertrials, up from 66% a decade ago.
Resource Allocation: A significant portion of the criminal justice budget is spent on salaries, leaving insufficient funds for infrastructure and training.
Public Call for Reforms:
National Statistics:
Sectoral Highlights:
Judiciary: Lack of adequate representation and vacancies.
Prisons: Rising populations with overburdened infrastructure.
Legal Aid: Haryana recorded the most improvement in accessibility.
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