As per State of the Judiciary Report 2023, women constitute ____ of the working strength of the district judiciary.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2: 36.3%.
Explanation:
- According to the 'State of the Judiciary Report 2023' released by the Supreme Court of India, the representation of women in the District Judiciary stands at 36.3% as a national average.
- Key Findings: The report indicates that women's participation in the lower judiciary is gradually increasing; moreover, it remains significantly better compared to the higher judiciary (High Courts and the Supreme Court).
- Comparative Status: The share of women in High Courts is merely around 13.4%, whereas in the District Courts, this figure is quite encouraging.
State-wise Disparities: In certain states (such as Kerala and Sikkim), the representation of women in the lower judiciary exceeds 50%.
Additional Facts:
- First Female Judge in the Supreme Court: Justice Fathima Beevi (appointed in 1989).
- First Female Chief Justice: The first woman to serve as Chief Justice of any High Court in India was Justice Leila Seth (of the Himachal Pradesh High Court).
- Appointment Process: District Judges are appointed by the Governor—under Article 233—in consultation with the High Court of the respective state.
Potential Questions for Upcoming Exams:
Question: Under which Article of the Indian Constitution are District Judges appointed?
Answer: Article 233.
Question: What is the current total number of female judges in the Supreme Court of India?
Answer: This figure varies from time to time (as of March 2024, there were 3 female judges).
Question: Which state became the first to provide 50% reservation for women in the lower judiciary?
Answer: Bihar.