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Supreme Court embarks a new statue of Lady Justice that departs from its traditional form. The familiar blindfold, which has long represented impartiality in justice, has been removed, and in its place stands a figure with open eyes, reflecting the idea that the law in India is not blind. Additionally, the statue now holds the Constitution instead of the usual sword, symbolising that justice in the country is administered through the lens of constitutional values rather than punishment.
This change has been introduced under the leadership of Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud. The decision is seen as a break from the colonial-era depiction of Lady Justice, which typically portrayed her blindfolded with scales and a sword. The removal of the blindfold is meant to reflect the evolving nature of justice in modern India, where fairness is grounded in awareness and equality for all citizens.