PSYCHOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF JUDICIAL BEHAVIOR, CULTURE, DECISION MAKING IN INDIA

Abstract

This study explores the psychological and cultural components of judicial behavior, focusing on how these influence decision-making processes and legal consequences. Traditional legal theories prioritize procedural fairness and statute compliance, viewing judges as impartial arbiters. Interdisciplinary research shows that cognitive biases, emotional regulation, and cultural factors greatly influence judicial decision-making. This research aims to address the lack of understanding of psychological and cultural influences on judicial reasoning, as cognitive theories address biases and heuristics but disregard cultural narratives and societal expectations in legal interpretations. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining psychological analysis, cultural studies, and legal theory. The research aims to examine the impact of cognitive biases and emotional regulation on judicial reasoning, examine how cultural values and societal norms influence judicial interpretations of the law, and investigate the relationship between psychology and culture in comparative legal circumstances. The study aims to provide insights into the intersection of psychological and legal systems in judicial behavior.