Hayat Ashraf

The criminal justice system in India faces several challenges that impact its effectiveness, fairness, and efficiency.  some of the key problems and potential solutions: Problems in the Criminal Justice System in India: 1. Delayed Justice: One of the significant issues in the Indian criminal justice system is the delay in disposing of cases. Overburdened courts, inadequate infrastructure, and lengthy legal processes contribute to the delay. This results in prolonged trials, overcrowded prisons, and a loss of public trust.  Solution: Implementing measures to expedite the judicial process, such as increasing the number of judges, improving court infrastructure, adopting technology for case management, and introducing alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, like mediation, to resolve cases faster. 2. Backlog of Cases: The system has a huge backlog of pending cases, which further contributes to the delay in justice delivery. It hampers access to justice for the victims and incr...