Former Law Minister Kiren Rijiju: A Remarkable Short-Lived Tenure of Sheer Hustle
- Posted on May 21, 2023
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- By Arijit Dutta
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Kiren Rijiju:-
Kiren Rijiju was sworn in as the Law Minister of India on 7th July, 2021. He assumed office till May 2023 when he was replaced by Arjun Ram Meghwal under controversial circumstances. Not delving into the factual background of Kiren Rijiju's dismissal, this article seeks to highlight the meritorious achievements of Law Minister Kiren Rijiju's short-lived tenure.
Altered the CPC and Criminal Laws to Make Them More Effective
During the tenure of Law Minister Kiren Rijiju, the Civil Procedure Code as well as the criminal laws such as the IPC and CrPC have undergone huge changes to make these comprehensive statutes much more simpler and streamlined making the barrier between law and practice much thinner.
More Judges and More Courts
Law Minister Kiren Rijiju pushed for filling up of a large chunk of vacant posts of civil and criminal judges in lower courts. The large number of vacancies in such posts paralyze the efficiency of the Indian judiciary system. Setting up a large number of newer courts meant quicker resolution of matters and catering to the needs of more people at once.

Alternative Dispute Resolution
The arbitration and conciliation act was passed during the tenure of Law Minister Kiren Rijiju which provides an effective mechanism by which the lengthy procedures of regular courts can be avoided and Justice can be ensured in the earliest and cheapest manner possible.
Law Minister Kiren Rijiju's Brave Critiques
Law Minister Kiren Rijiju did not hesitate before expressing his honest criticism against appointment of judges in the higher courts of the Indian judicial system. Raising extremely valid and logical points, former Law Minister Kiren Rijiju rightfully classifies the system of appointment of Supreme Court Judges as "opaque" and arbitrary leaving a lot of room for favoritism and nepotism.

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