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Law is not blind: No blindfold for Supreme Court's new Lady Justice statue, that now holds Constitution in place of sword

IndiaTimes Thursday, 17 October 2024
A new statue of the Lady of Justice at the Supreme Court replaces the traditional blindfold and sword with open eyes and the Indian Constitution, signifying an evolving justice system in India. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud aims to reflect impartial justice and modernize the judiciary, moving away from colonial legacies towards constitutional values.
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 The new statue in the Supreme Court judges' library, commissioned by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, features open eyes and holds the Constitution in its left hand instead of a sword. This transformation is viewed as an effort to move away from colonial legacies, reflecting a modern interpretation of...

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