PolityGS-II· 1 min read
Supreme Court's 'Jan Soochna Seva' for Hindi Speakers
Why in news?
The Supreme Court launched 'Jan Soochna Seva', a new public information service in Hindi, to make justice more accessible and inclusive, especially for persons with disabilities and those who find legal documents difficult to comprehend.
Key points
- The service will provide simplified Hindi summaries of significant judgments and orders.
- It will also feature Hindi audio and video bulletins of 15-30 minutes duration.
- The initiative aims to make justice accessible in a familiar language, promoting inclusivity.
- The service will be expanded to other Indian languages in a phased manner.
- It is launched on the occasion of Hindi Diwas.
Background & context
Accessibility and inclusivity in the justice system are crucial for upholding the rule of law. Using regional languages and simplified formats helps bridge the gap between legal pronouncements and public understanding.
★ Prelims fact capsule
The service will initially be launched in Hindi and will later extend to other Indian languages.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper 2: Governance, Judiciary, Social Justice.