India has extended support to Shanghai Cooperation Organisation member countries to enhance legal and judicial capabilities. The 10th meeting of the Ministers of Law and Justice of SCO countries was held on Tuesday via video conferencing. Speaking on the occasion, Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal emphasised India’s commitment to the SCO charter and its principles of mutual trust, respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, and mutual benefit. The Minister said this commitment is based on the Prime Minister's vision that India has emerged as Viswa Mitra.
 
Mr Meghwal highlighted how India has embarked on a path of Legal reforms. He added that 1,486 such laws have already been repealed and more such archaic laws are being identified. He pointed out that this would go a long way in improving the lives and living for citizens besides easing the doing of business in India. He said the government is also actively promoting ‘Alternative Dispute Resolution’ and encouraging the citizens to adopt ’mediation’ as a mainstay for conflict and dispute resolution.