Women
WOMEN IN JUDICIARY Strength of women in the judiciary Subordinate courts 35.1% (e.g.Guj, Goa) High courts 13.2% (e.g. Telangana, Sikkim) Supreme court 12.5% 5 out of 11 women judges were appointed Supreme Court judges in the last 3 years. They constitute 15% of total advocates in the country. Need of Women in Judiciary 1 .Inclusive judiciary -half population of the country, their participation bcm vital. 2 .Diversification -their experience makes gender perspective imp. 3.Enhances public trust . 4 .Role models for the younger generation. 5 .Empathetic approach- For cases related to sexual violence, matrimonial disputes, bail matter etc. Causes of poor representation 1.Patriarchy in society - Hostile environment in courtrooms, like lack of respect in the bar n unfriendly environment in the courtroom. 2.Household responsibility - Bc...