INDIA’S FIRST PAPERLESS JUDICIARY STATE

NEWS: Sikkimà declared India’s first fully paperless judiciary state by Justice Surya Kant during a conclave in Gangtok.

ABOUT

• A fully digitized judicial ecosystem where court processes—from filing to case management and judgmentsà conducted electronically without physical paperwork.

OBJECTIVE

• To enhance efficiency, transparency, and speed in justice delivery through digital transformation.
• To make judicial services more accessible, inclusive, and citizen-friendly across all regions.

Key Features:

• E-Filing Systemà Enables lawyers and litigants to file cases online, eliminating physical submission delays.
• Real-time tracking, electronic records, and automated workflows streamline court functioning.
• Use of digital documents, e-orders, and virtual hearings reduces dependency on physical files.

Significance:

• Reduces pendency, speeds up case disposal, and enhances transparency in judicial processes.
• Minimizes paper usage, promoting eco-friendly and cost-efficient judicial administration.