Public Confidence in Judiciary Declines, Warns Legal Experts

Concerns over the integrity of the judiciary in India are rising, as various legal figures express dissatisfaction with the current system. Renowned legal scholar Chidi Odinkalu criticized the Supreme Court and National Assembly for alleged bribery related to a state emergency in Rivers State, questioning the sudden release of withheld federal allocations. Meanwhile, Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal highlighted the declining public confidence in the judiciary, citing issues like corruption and the prevalent denial of bail in district courts. Former Chief Justice N.V. Ramana echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the need for judicial reform and increased accessibility, especially for marginalized communities. He also stressed the importance of diversity within the judiciary to better reflect the population it serves. Collectively, these voices call for urgent changes to restore faith in legal institutions.