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Ease of Justice: How Modi's Legal Reforms Are Transforming Lives

Prime Minister Modi connected ease of living directly to accessible justice systems during a legal conference. He highlighted significant progress in legal aid delivery, including resolving 800,000 criminal cases through new systems. The government is modernizing mediation practices while preserving traditional dispute resolution methods. Technology initiatives like e-courts are making justice more inclusive for all citizens regardless of background.

Key Points: PM Modi Links Ease of Living to Justice Accessibility Reforms

  • 800,000 criminal cases resolved through Legal Aid Defence Counsel System in three years
  • Lok Adalats resolving millions of disputes quickly and affordably
  • New Mediation Act modernizing traditional dispute resolution methods
  • E-courts project using technology for inclusive justice delivery
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Ease of living is possible when ease of justice is ensured: PM Modi

PM Modi emphasizes that ease of living requires accessible justice, highlighting 800,000 criminal cases resolved through legal aid and mediation reforms.

"Ease of doing business and ease of living are possible only when ease of justice is also ensured - PM Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, November 8

Noting that ease of doing business and ease of living are only possible when ease of justice is ensured, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said several steps have been taken in this direction in the past few years.

The Prime Minister, who inaugurated the National Conference on 'Strengthening Legal Aid Delivery Mechanisms' at the Supreme Court, said legal aid plays a vital role in ensuring that justice is accessible to all.

"I am satisfied that today, through Lok Adalats and pre-litigation settlements, millions of disputes are being resolved quickly, amicably, and at low cost. Under the Legal Aid Defence Counsel System initiated by the Government of India, nearly 800,000 criminal cases have been resolved in just three years. These government efforts have ensured justice for the poor, Dalits, oppressed, exploited, and deprived sections of the country," he said.

"As I've said before, ease of doing business and ease of living are possible only when ease of justice is also ensured. Several steps have been taken to further ease justice in the last few years, and this will be expedited further," he added.

The Prime Minister said that when justice is accessible to everyone, is timely, and when it reaches every individual without regard to social or financial Background, only then does it become the foundation of social justice.

The Prime Minister said that mediation has "always been a part of our civilization" and the new Mediation Act is carrying forward this tradition, giving it a modern form.

Pointing out that technology is becoming a medium for inclusion and empowerment today, PM Modi said that the e-courts project is also a good example of this in justice delivery.

During the programme, the Prime Minister launched the Community Mediation Training Module prepared by the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA).

The two-day Conference, organised by NALSA, will deliberate on key aspects of the legal services framework, such as the Legal Aid Defence Counsel System, panel lawyers, para-legal volunteers, permanent Lok Adalats and the financial management of legal services institutions.

- ANI

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Rohit P
E-courts project is a game changer! No more traveling long distances for court dates. But implementation needs to be faster - many rural areas still lack proper internet connectivity for digital justice delivery.
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Arjun K
800,000 cases resolved in 3 years is impressive statistics. Hope this brings relief to common people who can't afford expensive lawyers. Justice delayed is justice denied - glad to see progress on this front.
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Sarah B
As someone working in social sector, I've seen how legal aid can transform lives. The focus on marginalized sections is crucial. But we need more awareness campaigns so people actually know these services exist.
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Vikram M
Mediation has indeed been part of our culture - panchayats have been doing this for centuries. Good to see traditional wisdom being combined with modern systems. Hope this reduces the burden on regular courts.
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Kavya N
While I appreciate the initiatives, the reality on ground is different. Many people still face corruption and delays. The system needs to be more transparent and accountable. Good intentions must translate to actual results for common citizens.

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