New Calcutta Chief Justice Sworn In, Pledges Tech for Accessible Justice
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Judicial administration and technological integration in the judiciary: a relevant GS2 topic.
Why in news
Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge was sworn in as the 45th Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court by West Bengal Governor R.N. Ravi.
Background
Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge, formerly a Judge and Acting Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court, assumed office on September 9, 2026. He succeeds acting Chief Justice Tapabrata Chakraborty, who took over following Sujoy Paul's retirement on June 20.
Facts for Prelims
- PostJustice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge: 45th Chief Justice of Calcutta High Court
- FactJustice Ghuge previously served as a Judge and Acting Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court
Prelims practice question
With reference to the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court, consider the following statements:
- Justice Ghuge previously served as the Acting Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court.
- Justice Ghuge assumed his new office on September 9, 2026.
- Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge is the 45th Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)2 only
- (b)3 only
- (c)1 and 3 only
- (d)2 and 3 only
Show answer
Answer: (d) 2 and 3 only — Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: He previously served as a Judge and Acting Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of technological integration in enhancing the accessibility and efficiency of the Indian judicial system.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Digital divide: Ensuring equitable access to e-courts for rural and marginalized litigants
- Data integrity: Balancing the use of AI and automated systems with judicial impartiality
- Infrastructure gap: Disparity in technological readiness across different High Courts and District Courts
Keywords: Judicial Accessibility · Technological Integration · Judicial Administration · E-Governance · Judicial Reforms
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