Judicial Movement
High Court Bench Demand – Bikaner
A long-standing movement dedicated to the establishment of a permanent Rajasthan High Court Bench at Bikaner to ensure accessible, affordable and effective justice for the people of the region.
“Justice delayed by distance is justice denied.”
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Historical Background
Legacy of Justice in Bikaner
Bikaner historically had its own High Court established in 1922. Following the merger of Bikaner State into Rajasthan, a Circuit Bench of the Rajasthan High Court continued functioning at Bikaner until February 1950. The Bar Association, Bikaner has consistently advocated for restoration of judicial accessibility and continues the movement for establishment of a permanent High Court Bench.
1922
Historic High Court established at Bikaner.
1950
Circuit Bench of Rajasthan High Court ceased functioning at Bikaner.
2009
Advocates observed a historic 125-day strike demanding establishment of a High Court Bench.
Every Month
17th day observed as Protest Day by Bar Association, Bikaner.
2026
197th Memorandum submitted continuing the movement for establishment of a permanent High Court Bench.
Resolutions
General Body resolutions, memorandums and public representations continue to support the movement.
Movement Archive
Memorandums, Resolutions & Movement Activities
For decades, Bar Association Bikaner has continuously pursued the demand for establishment of a permanent Rajasthan High Court Bench through memorandums, General Body resolutions, protest activities and public initiatives.

General Body Resolution

General Body resolutions continue supporting establishment of a permanent High Court Bench.

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125 Day Historic Strike

Advocates observed a historic 125-day strike demanding establishment of a High Court Bench.

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Movement Gallery

Photographs of protests, meetings, memorandums and judicial movement activities.

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Virtual E-Court Initiative

Former Chief Justice of India Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud inaugurated the Virtual E-Court facility at Bikaner in March 2024.

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