The judiciary is not delivering the way it is expected to. Obviously, backlog of cases not only denies citizens their right to justice but also negates the whole concept of the rule of law. The judiciary, though a vitally important organ of the government, remains an area where little investment has been made since we became independent. It doesn't have the wherewithal or the manpower to deal with the fast-changing situation. The judges still have to sit in the crammed, ill-equipped rooms that were used in the distant past and that are no longer suitable for dealing with extra numbers of people seeking justice and the much greater volume of work.

So the judiciary needs capacity-building on the basis of a sound plan. Training of judges in view of their job turning more and more challenging and computerization of the whole judicial process are needed to enhance the efficiency of the system. In other words, technological support commensurate with their work must be provided to the judges.

Quick disposal of cases is greatly obstructed when police investigation proceeds at a snail's pace. Police officers who initiate cases are found to be lacking in legal expertise which can influence the whole course of legal proceedings in a very negative manner. The police do not have the necessary forensic skill which turns out to be a major flaw. That said, some investment has been made to modernise the police force, but the judiciary is still functioning with its limited resources and manpower that are hopelessly inadequate.

Then there is the issue of corruption and partisanship. These are debilitating factors both for the lower judiciary and the police. Partisan pressure and factors responsible for widespread corruption in both the lower judiciary and the police must be eliminated to clear the way for quick dispensation of justice.