Established in 1937, the Supreme Court Judges Library has grown into one of the largest law libraries in Asia, housing over 3,80,000 legal documents, rare legal manuscripts, and the cutting-edge tools of modern legal research.
In Short
- Earlier known as Federal Court Library, it is now Supreme Court’s key resource
- Supreme Court Judges Library serves as vision for futuristic judiciary
- Statue of Indian Lady Justice without blindfold installed at library’s entrance
Nestled within the heart of India’s highest judicial institution, the Supreme Court Judges Library is more than just a repository of legal texts. It is a living reflection of India’s legal legacy, a guardian of the nation’s judicial history and a trailblazer in the digital age.
Established in 1937 as the Federal Court Library, it has grown into one of the largest law libraries in Asia, housing over 3,80,000 legal documents, thousands of law reports, rare legal manuscripts, and the cutting-edge tools of modern legal research.
But what truly makes this library remarkable is the vision that drives it forward. Under the leadership of Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud, the library is not only a space where tradition and modernity unite, but a key pillar in the judiciary’s transition into the digital era.
ORIGINS: A LIBRARY WITH HISTORIC ROOTS
The library’s roots trace back to a time when India was navigating its path toward independence. Initially serving as the Federal Court, it became an essential resource for the Supreme Court following India’s independence in 1947.
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