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An active and energetic judicial system is a symbol of a pro-active nation which aims at identifying and resolving the basic issues keeping in view the social objectives.

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An active and energetic judicial system is a symbol of a pro-active nation which aims at identifying and resolving the basic issues keeping in view the social objectives. Indian Constitution assures political justice along with social and economic justice. By its innovative pronouncements, Indian judiciary and the promising Preamble of the Constitution have brought confidence in the minds of the citizens that there shall be no denial of any political, social or economic justice. A judicial system is a dispute resolution system and it must be recognized as a "service" which provides consumers expeditious and effective resolution of these disputes it offers a mechanism for the enforcement of rights and obligations of individuals.

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