Which state ranked first among the 18 large and mid-sized states (with population of over one crore each) in justice delivery in India as per the second edition of the India Justice Report?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Karnataka.
The state that ranked first among the 18 large and mid-sized states in justice delivery, as per the India Justice Report (IJR) 2021 (second edition), is Karnataka.
Key Highlights:
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Performance: Topped in judicial infrastructure, police accountability, and legal aid.
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Strengths: High judge-to-population ratio, improved prison reforms, and efficient case clearance rates.
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Runner-up: Tamil Nadu (2nd), followed by Telangana (3rd).
The report evaluates states on police, judiciary, prisons, and legal aid, emphasizing systemic efficiency.