Archive · 6 Sep 2025
Justice Nagarathna: Law Should Build a Bridge for Citizens
Justice Nagarathna, a judge, told law students that the rules are very important!
She said courts must follow the rules fairly for everyone.
The legal system can help make things better for everyone, especially those with disadvantages.
Lawyers can help people understand the law and get a fair chance.
The law isn't just about rules; it is about creating a fair society for all people.
Lawyers have a responsibility to work with the Constitution.
Justice Nagarathna spoke at the 12th convocation of National Law University in Delhi.
She emphasized the duty of courts to enforce the rule of law fairly.
The legal profession is a tool for positive change in society.
The law should serve as a bridge between rights and remedies.
Lawyers should be advocates of the Constitution and its values.
- Who
- Justice B V Nagarathna
- What
- Spoke at the NLU Delhi convocation
- When
- Saturday
- Where
- National Law University in Delhi
- Why
- To emphasize the importance of the rule of law and the legal profession's role
- Speaker
- Justice B V Nagarathna
- Event
- 12th convocation of National Law University in Delhi
- Main Point
- Courts must enforce the rule of law without bias
- Law's Role
- A bridge between rights and remedies
- Legal Profession
- A vehicle for transformation, especially in India
Sources
Legal Profession Most Complex, SC Judge Tells Students
Mediation key to bridging access to justice: SC judge
Students encouraged to remain curious
Duty of courts to enforce rule of law without fear or favour: Justice B V Nagarathna