Consider the following statements about the new statue of 'Lady Justice' in India:

(a) She is blind folded.

(b) The statue was unveiled by Justice Sanjiv Khanna, the Chief Justice of India.

(c) She carries the Indian Constitution in one hand.

Choose the correct option from the codes given below:

The correct answer is Only (c) is correct.

Key Points

• The new statue of 'Lady Justice' in India is not blindfolded, breaking from the traditional depiction of Lady Justice.
• The statue was unveiled by Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, the Chief Justice of India, not Justice Sanjiv Khanna.
• Lady Justice in this new depiction carries the Indian Constitution in one hand.
• This representation aligns with Indian values, reflecting the spirit and authority of the Constitution.
• Among the given statements, only statement (c) is correct.

Additional Information

• Traditional Representation of Lady Justice:
  • Lady Justice is traditionally depicted as blindfolded, holding a set of scales in one hand and a sword in the other.
  • The blindfold symbolizes impartiality, the scales represent fairness, and the sword denotes authority and enforcement of justice.
• The Indian Depiction:
  • The new Indian depiction of Lady Justice is unique as she is not blindfolded, symbolizing alertness and transparency.
  • She carries the Indian Constitution, emphasizing its supreme authority in governing justice and law in India.
• Role of the Constitution:
  • The Constitution of India is the supreme law of the land and provides the framework for justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.
  • It ensures the functioning of the judiciary with independence and integrity.
• Chief Justice of India:
  • The Chief Justice of India (CJI) is the head of the judiciary system and the Supreme Court, which is the highest judicial forum and final court of appeal under the Constitution.
  • Justice D.Y. Chandrachud is the current Chief Justice of India (as of 2023).