Srinagar, Sept. 24 -- The cornerstone of the concept of justice is the right to equality. The notion that men are born free and equal has been long recognized by developed nations. The requirement of equality before law and equal protection of law provides that the courts should be open to one and all, without discrimination, for the vindication of legal rights. Irrespective of status, justice should be given to all equally. The legal set-up of a nation should be framed in such a way that it provides legal protection to all irrespective of the economic, social and political status of an individual. Cohn has rightly said "where there is no legal protection, there is in effect no law. So far citizens are precluded from access to courts; the...