Q. ‘Black Coat Syndrome’, sometimes seen in the news, refers to:

[A] The hesitation of individuals to approach courts due to the fear of lengthy litigation processes, increasing costs, and frequent delays

[B] A medical condition caused by the prolonged use of air conditioning in offices, leading to respiratory issues

[C] A strategy used by senior lawyers to delay cases by frequently requesting adjournments

[D] A phenomenon where certain bacteria grow more rapidly on dark-colored surfaces, such as black coats, under specific environmental conditions

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation – The term ‘Black Coat Syndrome’ is used to describe the anxiety and stress experienced by ordinary citizens when dealing with the court system, like “White Coat Hypertension,”. The syndrome highlights issues such as case pendency, frequent adjournments, and the challenges faced by individuals, especially those from rural areas, when seeking justice.

Source: The Hindu

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