The Supreme Court of India unveiled a redesigned 'Lady Justice' statue on October 17, eschewing some key elements like the blindfold and the sword. The changes have been made to exemplify India's contemporary identity and dynamic legal system. The new statue, installed in the judges' library, symbolises the judiciary’s commitment to this perspective.
India's New Lady Justice
India got a new Lady Justice that signals a big shift from colonial symbols. This comes months after the nation implemented renewed criminal codes like the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The changes were made at the behest of the Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud.
The redesigned statue stands tall as a symbol of evolution while upholding the salient essence of Indian law. The new statue has no blindfold, which was supposed to signify impartiality in law. "The law is not blind; it sees everyone equally," emphasised CJI Chandrachud.
According to NDTV sources, the sword in the previous Lady Justice statue's hand has also been replaced with the Constitution of India. "The sword is a symbol of violence but courts deliver justice according to constitutional laws," the unnamed source told the outlet.
The Constitution signifies that the law dispenses justice according to the constitutional laws. The scales of justice on the right hand remain unchanged as they represent balance in society and the idea that arguments from both sides are heard and weighed before an order is passed.
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