Chief Justice DY Chandrachud Delivers Speech at UK Supreme Court

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud gave a lecture at the UK Supreme Court on the topic of commercial arbitration. Lord Reed offered his seat to Chief Justice Chandrachud, who highlighted the heavy caseloads in Indian courts and the importance of alternative dispute resolutions like arbitration. He emphasized the trust that the public places in the judiciary and the role of technology in enhancing judicial transparency.

In an event held at the UK Supreme Court, the President of the UK Supreme Court, Lord Reed, offered his seat to Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud for his lecture titled 'Commercial Arbitration: Shared Understandings and Developments in UK and India.' The speech highlighted the overburdened state of Indian courts, which disposed of 2.15 million High Court cases and 44.70 million District Court cases in 2023, emphasizing the public's trust in the judiciary.

Chief Justice Chandrachud discussed the importance of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms like arbitration and mediation as preferred methods for commercial justice.

He also spoke about the Indian Constitution's values that support seeking individualized legal solutions.

Earlier, Chief Justice Chandrachud addressed the Oxford Union Society, emphasizing the role of technology in enhancing judicial transparency.