CJI Chandrachud right to flag long breaks as judiciary’s problem. They add to piling pendency
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CJI Chandrachud right to flag long breaks as judiciary’s problem. They add to piling pendency

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50 word edit | ThePrint team

50 word edit | ThePrint team

CJI Chandrachud has flagged long vacations among judiciary’s structural problems. Long breaks add to piling pendency, throw off rhythm of work. While judges need breaks like us all, justice must avoid long vacations. We’ve heard pious words before, just that a bold leader to institute this vital change is awaited.

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