Supreme Court Bar Association Challenges New Lady Justice Statue
The Bar Association criticizes changes to the statue and emblem, citing lack of consultation and expressing concern over a proposed museum.
- The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has expressed dissatisfaction with the recent changes to the Supreme Court's emblem and the Lady Justice statue.
- The new statue depicts Lady Justice without a blindfold and holding the Constitution instead of a sword, symbolizing that the law is not blind and is guided by constitutional principles.
- The SCBA claims it was not consulted about these changes, arguing that they are equal stakeholders in the administration of justice.
- The association also opposes the proposed museum in the judges' library, advocating instead for a cafe-cum-lounge due to inadequate current facilities.
- Chief Justice DY Chandrachud supports the changes, aiming to move away from colonial symbols and emphasize justice according to the Constitution.