Consider the following statements about the new statue of 'Lady Justice' in India:
(i) She is blind folded.
(ii) The statue was unveiled by Justice Sanjiv Khanna, the Chief Justice of India.
(iii) She carries the Indian Constitution in one hand.
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Only (iii) is correct..
Explanation:
● Statement (i) is incorrect: The new 'Lady Justice' statue in the Supreme Court is not blindfolded, symbolizing that law in India is not blind but sees everyone equally.
● Statement (ii) is incorrect: The statue was unveiled by CJI D.Y. Chandrachud (not Justice Sanjiv Khanna) in 2024.
● Statement (iii) is correct: Instead of a sword (symbolizing punishment), the statue now carries the Indian Constitution, signifying that justice is delivered according to constitutional values.
Information Booster:
● Justice Sanjiv Khanna – Succeeded Justice D.Y. Chandrachud as the 51st Chief Justice of India.
● Traditional Lady Justice – Originates from the Roman goddess Justitia, usually depicted with scales, a sword, and a blindfold.
● Scales of Justice – Remains in the new statue, symbolizing balance and impartiality.
Additional Knowledge:
● Article 124 – Deals with the establishment and constitution of the Supreme Court.
● Preamble – Outlines the objectives of justice (social, economic, and political) in India.