Indian Journal for Research in Law and Management
Advancing Law and Management
ISSN No. : 2583-9896
ISSN No. : 2583-9896
ROLE OF THE JUDICIARY IN INDIAN DEMOCRACY: A CONSTITUTIONAL ANALYSIS
Abstract
In a constitutional democracy such as India, the judiciary plays a role beyond just interpretation of laws. It also acts as an active guardian of justice, freedom, and constitutional decency. This paper examines the constitutional status and democratic role of the Indian judiciary through judicial review, landmark judicial case laws, and judicial activism. It examines today’s institutional issues faced by the judiciary, including judicial overextension, delays in the delivering of justice, accountability, and judicial appointments, while also evaluating how the judiciary has evolved its role in supporting democratic governance and rule of law.