India’s first e-court opens at Hyderabad
Q. Which city did India’s first e-court open in?- Published on 20 Jul 16a. Bengaluru
b. Mysuru
c. Chennai
d. Hyderabad
ANSWER: Hyderabad
India’s first e-court was opened at High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad on 17th July 2016.
- It was inaugurated by SC judge Madan Lokur who heads the e-committee of the SC.
- This is a common high court for states of AP and Telangana.
- Aim of the e-court is to ensure speedy justice for litigants.
- Apart from the launch of the e-court, SC judge Madan B Lokur also announced India’s first Integrated Criminal Justice System will be launched in HC of Judicature at Hyderabad.
- System will integrate courts, police stations, forensic science labs and jails as well as prosecution.