Fourth Edition of India Justice Report (IJR) 2025

Current Context: The Fourth Edition of the India Justice Report (IJR) 2025 was released on April 15, 2025. It evaluates the justice delivery capacity of Indian states across four pillars: police, judiciary, prisons, and legal aid.

Key Highlights:

• Karnataka ranked first among large and mid-sized states, followed by Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. West Bengal ranked lowest.
• Among smaller states, Sikkim topped the list, followed by Himachal Pradesh and Arunachal Pradesh.
• The report emphasizes inclusivity, with Karnataka being the only state to meet reservation quotas for SC, ST, and OBC communities in both police and judiciary.
• It also highlights gaps, such as India's low police-to-population ratio (155 per 1 lakh people) and underrepresentation of women in police forces.
• The IJR is a collaborative effort led by Tata Trusts and other organizations, aiming to provide actionable insights for improving justice systems.

Question:

Q.1 Which state ranked first among large and mid-sized states in the India Justice Report 2025?
a) Karnataka
b) Telangana
c) Andhra Pradesh
d) West Bengal

Answer: a) Karnataka was ranked first among large and mid-sized states in the India Justice Report 2025, indicating its strong performance in justice delivery capacity.