International Judicial Conference held in New Delhi

The International Judicial Conference was held in New Delhi recently. The Conference was addressed by PM Modi. The following theme was introduced at the conference

Theme: Gender Just World

Highlights

The Conference discussed the changes being introduced by the Government of India to bring Gender Equality in recruiting women in military services, selection process of fighter pilots. It also discussed on freedom of women to work in mines at night.

The Conference also focused on the need for technology to deliver rapid justice. The initiative “E-Court Integrated Mission Mode Project” of GoI, to integrate every court of India with the E-Court system was highlighted.

The “Just-World” Hypothesis

The “Just World” fallacy is associated with the actions of bringing fair actions towards education, health, gender equality and other social issues.

The Conference introduced the “Just World” concept in the Judicial System of India. By this it aims to take the judicial system of the country to every citizen irrespective of their gender. Also, it aimed to bring upon gender equality in other crucial areas where women have still not earned their recognition, especially the areas of mining and military.

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2020