Current Affairs - State - Discussion

The Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission has taken a landmark step by inaugurating India’s first dedicated courtroom exclusively for Scheduled Caste-related cases. This initiative aims to streamline hearings and reduce delays that disproportionately affect marginalised communities seeking justice. By creating a specialised space equipped with modern infrastructure, the Commission enhances both efficiency and accessibility. The move also reflects Punjab’s commitment to social equity, as it plans to introduce an Online Court System to support virtual appearances, minimizing travel barriers for rural and remote complainants. This reform sets an important precedent for other states to strengthen SC grievance-redressal mechanisms.