Seven out of 25 High Courts lack representation in the top court. This includes four north-eastern states, J&K, Orissa and Jharkhand

Even in a mostly full-strength Court, there was a startling lack of representation of religious minorities, women & marginalised communities

In conversation with SCO, Justice S.K. Kaul spoke about mediation as the hope for better access to justice and diversity in Indian Courts

DESK BRIEF: Recent Collegium recommendations show a renewed attention towards ensuring regional and gender diversity in Indian courts.

Regional diversity is one of the factors the Collegium considers in recommending judges to the Supreme Court.

The Supreme Court made important decisions on land acquisition,and dismissed the review petition against the Maratha judgment.