New Delhi, Oct. 6 -- Our higher Judiciary has always enjoyed a soaring reputation for its independence, firmness and erudition. However, in matters of heavy pendency and the disposal of cases, our Courts have failed and failed miserably. Justice delayed is justice denied. The standard defence is about the shortage of judges. But unless there is a sea change in the methodology of the Courts, the picture would continue to be equally dark and gloomy, even if the number of judges is increased by 100 per cent.

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