CJI Urges High Courts to Increase Women’s Representation in Judiciary

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant emphasized the need for greater representation of women in the judiciary, urging high court collegiums to consider meritorious female lawyers, including those practicing in the Supreme Court, for judgeship as a norm. He highlighted that fair representation is essential for institutional credibility and must be institutionalized beyond individual tenures. Data shows women remain underrepresented across Supreme Court, high courts, and government counsel panels. Efforts to improve gender balance include reserving seats in State Bar Councils and recognizing women's distinct perspectives in judicial roles.