The judiciary is often regarded as the bedrock of democracy, a vital institution that ensures the rule of law, safeguards individual rights, and resolves disputes impartially. In India, this ideal is enshrined in the Constitution, which envisions a justice system that is accessible, efficient, and equitable. However, the functioning of the Indian courts today presents a deeply troubling contrast to this constitutional vision. What was once imagined as a temple of justice is increasingly bein...