The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, highlighted the need for cooperation between the Centre and States, legal reforms, and the replacement of outdated laws during a conference on 'Co-operative Federalism and Law Reforms: National and State Perspective' organized by the Law Commission of India.
On October 22, 2026, the Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, inaugurated a conference titled 'Co-operative Federalism and Law Reforms: National and State Perspective' at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The event was organized by the Law Commission of India.
In his address, Radhakrishnan emphasized the importance of cooperation between the Centre and States, stating that political differences must never obstruct public interest. He highlighted that India's greatest strength lies in its unity in diversity, with the Constitution providing the framework to balance the strength of the Union with the responsibilities and legitimate autonomy of the States.
The Vice-President also emphasized the importance of legal reforms in achieving Viksit Bharat @2047. He mentioned that development must be supported by sound laws, transparent institutions, efficient administration, and justice for all. He highlighted the replacement of three colonial-era criminal laws and the repeal of over 1,700 obsolete laws in the last twelve years as major steps towards modernizing India’s legal framework.
Radhakrishnan urged State Law Commissions to identify and recommend the amendment or repeal of outdated laws to promote ease of living and efficient governance. He also called for stronger coordination among the Law Commission of India, State Law Commissions, and State Law Departments through inter-State consultations, sharing of best practices, and systematic review of outdated laws.
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