The "Digital Supreme Court Reports" initiative, driven by the visionary leadership of the Hon’ble Chief Justice of India and the Hon’ble Judges of the Editorial Committee of the Supreme Court, marks a paradigm shift in legal information dissemination. The work is carried out by the Editorial Wing, Supreme Court of India with the assistance of the Technical Wing, Judges Library.
This ground breaking project focussing on the legal information dissemination, embodies principles of accessibility, transparency, and environmental responsibility. Serving as the official law report of the Supreme Court judgments in India, it heralds a new era by presenting judgments in a digital, open-access format. This pivotal step replaces traditional print editions, offering an invaluable resource to law students, young lawyers, and the wider public while contributing to the reduction of carbon emissions.
The "Digital Supreme Court Reports" harnesses the power of technology to transform legal knowledge sharing. Delivering judgments in both volume-based and HTML formats ensures ease of access, searchability, and unrestricted availability to all interested and passionate about the law.
Key Features : Firstly, the initiative pioneers a fortnightly release schedule, enabling the swift dissemination of the latest judgments. Secondly, it exclusively publishes reports in digital form, effectively eliminating print production and significantly reducing environmental impact. Thirdly, an intuitive, user-friendly website is being crafted, designed to optimize navigation and enhance user experience. Lastly, embracing an open access approach, the initiative grants free entry to law students, aspiring lawyers, and the wider public.
The far-reaching impacts of this monumental initiative are multifaceted. It empowers law students and young lawyers with real-time, authoritative legal resources. Furthermore, it catalyzes legal research, fosters scholarship, and informs judicious legal practice. Simultaneously, it elevates transparency and accountability within the legal system to unprecedented levels. Beyond its legal sphere, this initiative becomes a pivotal force driving substantial environmental sustainability by eradicating the carbon footprint associated with print publications. Additionally, it cultivates a culture of legal literacy, promoting awareness and understanding among the masses.
In essence, the "Digital Supreme Court Reports" epitomize a pioneering frontier in legal knowledge propagation. Through the fusion of cutting-edge digital technology and the ethos of open access, it champions the values of progress, transparency, and environmental stewardship. This noble endeavor aims to democratize legal wisdom, making it accessible to all, while fervently advocating for a sustainable future for generations to come.
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Digital Supreme Court Reports |
Frequency |
Fortnightly but there may be additional issues |
ISSN |
3048-4839 (Online) |
Publisher |
Supreme Court of India |
Editor-in-Chief |
Mr. Bibhuti Bhushan Bose |
Copyright |
Supreme Court of India |
Starting Year |
2024 |
Subject |
Law |
Language |
English |
Phone No. |
011-23115867 |
Mobile No. |
9810506288 |
Email Id. |
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Website |
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Address |
Supreme Court of India, Tilak Marg, New Delhi – 110 001 |