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The Chief Justice has also underscored the need for focused reforms on criminal case management
Justice Sanjiv Khanna, who was on Monday sworn in as the 51st Chief Justice of India aims to work on reducing trial duration through adoption of a systematic approach.
Expressing immense honour in heading the third wing of democracy, he has emphasized – “Judiciary is an integral, yet distinct and independent part of the governance system. The Constitution trusts upon us the role of constitutional guardian, protector of Fundamental Rights, and responsibility to fulfill the important task of being service provider of justice”.
With a citizen centric agenda, the Chief Justice has also outlined his vision to make courts approachable and user friendly.
He aims to adopt a self-evaluative approach which is receptive and responsive to feedback in its working. Making judgments comprehensible to the citizens and promoting mediation will be a priority of the Chief Justice.
As Justice Khanna was administered the oath by President Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on 11th November, the formed CJI, DY Chandrachud also attended the ceremony.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh were also present.
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