Indian Supreme Court Unveils Lady Justice Statue Without Blindfold

The new statue symbolizes a move away from colonial legacies, emphasizing justice based on constitutional principles over retributive measures.

The newly unveiled statue in the Supreme Court features Lady Justice with open eyes and the Constitution in place of the traditional sword.
Chief Justice DY Chandrachud commissioned the statue to convey that the law is not blind and upholds equality for all.
This redesign aims to reflect a modern understanding of justice, distancing from colonial symbols like the blindfold.
The scales of justice remain in the statue, representing the balance and fairness in weighing arguments in court.
Social media reactions to the statue's unveiling have been mixed, with some praising the move as historic and others questioning its implications.