Media Trial in Indian Legal System as a Fusion of Inquisitorial System of Administration of Justice: the Way Ahead

Abstract

 In this research paper the author displays how media trail resembles an inquisitorial system, wherein,  conduct of the trail is largely in the hands of the media. By delving into the debate of free speech vs. free  trial, the research paper unearths the other side of the story about how trail by media impedes the judicial  process? It cites examples from modern day criminal proceedings and confirms that an unrestricted media  plagues the judiciary and engages in contempt of courts every day. At the same time, author also tries to  establish about, how ‘media trial made psychology’ affects the judgments and judicial process in the  country? And how it affects the administration of justice? This paper also deals with the legal scenario of  other legal systems like USA, UK and France and comparative study of media regulations. It also suggest  about the way ahead, for regulating the affairs of media, at national and international level.