CJI Surya Kant Suggests Shunning Black Robes & Renaming Family Courts to Avoid Fear in Children

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant proposed that judges and lawyers in Family Courts should do away with customary black robes to prevent "fear psychosis" in children.

Speaking at the foundation stone ceremony for the new Rohini Family Court Complex, the CJI emphasized that these forums are meant for repairing human relationships rather than mere adjudication.

He further suggested renaming Family Courts as "Family Resolution Centres" to create a more sensitive and welcoming environment for families.

The event, attended by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and senior judges, highlighted the urgent need to address emotional consequences of disputes and improve judicial infrastructure to effectively tackle rising pendency of cases.