Supreme Court Releases Report on Judicial Conceptions of Caste
The Supreme Court has published a report on 'judicial conceptions of caste,' urging judges to adopt sensitive language in caste-related cases. This first-of-its-kind study, prepared by the Centre for Research and Planning, examines seven decades of constitution bench judgments. It highlights the need for judicial discourse to reject outdated terminology and recognize caste as a persistent issue affecting inequality in India. The report notes that judicial language influences legal doctrine and public perceptions of equality. It also discusses varying views on remedies for caste-based injustice, including education and reservations. The initiative aims to enhance understanding of caste issues within the judiciary and is intended for use by judicial academies, policymakers, and researchers.
Published 12 days ago • 23 Nov 2025, 05:20 AM IST