From Piecemeal To A Systemic Reform Model For Reducing Judicial Delay

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Mr. Palash Kalra, Research Scholar, School of Legal Studies, Vikrant University, Gwalior

ABSTRACT

Judicial delay in India has become a structural crisis undermining access to justice, economic stability, & constitutional legitimacy. Despite multiple reform initiatives such as fast-track courts, procedural amendments, & digitization, pendency continues to persist. This paper argues that delay stems from systemic distortions rather than isolated inefficiencies, rendering piecemeal reforms inadequate. It proposes an integrated reform model based on procedural rationalization, scientific docket management, institutional coordination, capacity enhancement, & incentive realignment, while embedding strong constitutional safeguards. The study concludes that only a holistic & data-driven structural redesign can reconcile efficiency with fairness & restore public confidence in the justice system.

Keywords: Judicial Delay; Systemic Reform; Access to Justice; Procedural Reform.

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