In Conversation With Justice Hrishikesh Roy On Challenges In The Profession; Women In Law & Artistic Expression

In an exclusive interview with Live Law, Supreme Court Judge, Justice Hrishikesh Roy spoke extensively on various pressing challenges the youngsters of the legal profession face today and his experience as a Judge who takes inspiration from artistic expression and thought.

Justice Roy expressed the need for practical solutions to tackle the issue of low pay and ignorance of mental health in the law industry. He elaborated on the significance of giving a level playing platform for women entering law.

Highlighting the importance of transparency within the procedure for selection of judges both at the Supreme Court and the High Court, Justice Roy explained how his 'Kerala Experiment'as the Chief Justice of Kerala High Court came out fruitful in ensuring that genuine candidates were elevated to the bar.

Justice Roy spotlighted how he often drew inspiration from books, writers, social theatre and films to enhance his perspective on the symbiosis between law and society.

The other crucial aspects of discussion ranged from Justice delivery mechanism for the poor, mounting case pendency and conduct of judges while speaking on public platforms

Watch the full interview here