**Title:** SCBA Raises Alarm Over Women’s Underrepresentation in Judiciary
**Meta Description:** The Supreme Court Bar Association highlights the alarming lack of women in the judiciary, urging for greater representation in the Supreme Court and High Courts.
**URL Slug:** scba-women-representation-judiciary
**Headline:** SCBA Voices Serious Concerns About Women’s Representation in the Judiciary
The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has voiced significant concerns regarding the inadequate representation of women in the higher judiciary. Since 2021, there have been no appointments of female judges to the Supreme Court, which currently features only one woman on its Bench. In a resolution dated August 30, the SCBA highlighted that several High Courts, including those in Uttarakhand, Tripura, Meghalaya, and Manipur, have no women judges at all.
Across India, of nearly 1,100 sanctioned positions for High Court judges, approximately 670 are held by men, while only 103 are occupied by women. The SCBA expressed strong disappointment that in the latest round of Supreme Court appointments, no women from either the Bar or the Bench were elevated.
SCBA President Vikas Singh previously reached out to the Chief Justice of India in May and July, emphasizing the necessity for proportional representation of women in the higher judiciary. The Association argues that achieving greater gender balance on the Bench is essential not only for fair representation but also for fostering public confidence, introducing diverse perspectives, and reflecting the nation’s social diversity in its highest court.
The resolution concluded with a call to the Chief Justice of India and the Collegium to give urgent and due consideration to the appointment and elevation of more women judges in both the Supreme Court and the High Courts.
**FAQ Section:**
**Q: Why is women’s representation in the judiciary important?**
A: Women’s representation in the judiciary is crucial for ensuring fair representation, enhancing public confidence, and incorporating diverse perspectives that reflect the social fabric of the country.