Women’s perspective needed across all areas of judiciary: High Court judge Anu Sivaraman
Karnataka High Court judge Anu Sivaraman emphasized the need for women's representation across all branches of the judiciary, rather than limiting them to specific case types. The event also highlighted a milestone in the Dharwad Bench where all judicial and state legal roles were filled by women.
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This discourse addresses gender equity in the legal profession and the importance of diverse perspectives in judicial decision-making.
Karnataka High Court judge Anu Sivaraman has said that women’s perspectives should not be confined to a few specific categories of cases but should find representation across every branch of the legal system.
Inaugurating the Dharwad Bench Advocates’ Association at the High Court Bench in Dharwad on Saturday, Ms. Sivaraman said that women’s participation was essential in the adjudication of all categories of cases, including family disputes, Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO), service, taxation, civil and criminal cases.
“A judiciary becomes more comprehensive, equitable and just only when women’s perspectives are reflected across every field of law,” she said.
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