Lady Justice

Current Context : Recently, the Supreme Court of India unveiled a redesigned statue of Lady Justice, marking a significant shift in its symbolism and representation.

• The original Lady Justice statue was constructed in 1872 at the Calcutta High Court and was influenced by Greek and Roman iconography.

NEW LADY JUSTICE STATUE HIGHLIGHTS:

• Unimpeded Vision: Unlike the traditional blindfolded version, the new statue symbolizes that the law sees and treats everyone equally, challenging the notion that “the law is blind.”
• Constitution Representation: The statue replaces the sword, which represented punitive power, with a book symbolizing the Constitution, emphasizing that justice in India is grounded in constitutional principles.
• Indian Attire: The statue is depicted wearing a saree, moving away from the Western-style attire of previous representations.
• Scales of Justice: The statue retains the scales of justice in its right hand, representing balance and fairness in legal proceedings.​