Diversity on the bench plays crucial role in shaping perspectives

The mindset around women in judiciary and litigation has seen a positive shift over the years, said justice Rekha Palli who retired as a Delhi high court judge earlier this month.

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In an interview with Shruti Kakkar, justice Palli talked about the challenges faced by women professionals, the role of diversity in benches, the evolving legal landscape in addressing men's grievances, and how the judiciary maintains trust in an era of increasing social and political polarisation. Edited excerpts:

You have had a remarkable journey in the legal profession for 35 years. How difficult is it for a woman to rise up the ladder?