Right to Access to Justice is not Absolute

The Supreme Court of India, in January 2025, penalized a petitioner for filing multiple frivolous litigations, emphasizing the need to prevent judicial misuse while ensuring access to justice as a fundamental right.

Access to Justice

  • Access to justice refers to the ability to seek and obtain legal remedies through formal or informal justice institutions, ensuring fair, affordable, and timely justice for all citizens.

Constitutional Provisions

  • Article 14 – Right to Equality.
  • Article 21 – Right to Life and Personal Liberty.
  • Article 32 – Right to Constitutional Remedies.
  • Article 226 – Writ Jurisdiction of High Courts.
  • Article 39A – Free Legal Aid (Directive Principles of ....
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