Dakshayani Velayudhan Digital Archive
for Constitutionalism and Gender Rights
The making of the Indian Constitution was a significant and collaborative effort, involving the contributions of many individuals from diverse backgrounds, including women. While women were not as prominently represented as men in the Constituent Assembly, there were notable female figures who played crucial roles in the process. While the number of women in the Constituent Assembly was relatively low, their influence and contributions were impactful. The Indian Constitution itself reflects principles of equality and justice, which includes provisions for gender equality, and women have continued to play vital roles in shaping and interpreting the legal framework of the country. This is an intervention to mark that unmarked contributions
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B. V. NAGARATHNA
Born on 30 October 1962 into a family with a legal legacy, Justice B.V. Nagarathna is the daughter of E.S. Venkataramiah, the 19th Chief Justice of India. She attended Sophia High School, Bangalore, and Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, New Delhi. After completing her Bachelor of Arts in history from Jesus and Mary College, New Delhi, in…
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JUSTICE BELA MADHURYA TRIVEDI
Justice Bela Madhurya Trivedi, born on 10 June 1960, is a prominent judge of the Supreme Court of India. Her judicial career has spanned various high courts, with notable service in the Gujarat High Court before her elevation to the highest judicial authority in the country. Aspect Details Full Name Bela Madhurya Trivedi Date of…
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JUSTICE GYAN SUDHA MISRA
Justice Gyan Sudha Misra, born on 3 June 1941, is a distinguished former judge of the Supreme Court of India. Throughout her illustrious career, she has left an indelible mark on the Indian judiciary, demonstrating unwavering commitment to justice, human rights, and social causes. Aspect Details Full Name Gyan Sudha Misra Date of Birth Not…
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JUSTICE HIMA KOHLI
Justice Hima Kohli, born on 2 September 1959, is a distinguished judge of the Supreme Court of India. Her illustrious career is marked by significant achievements, including serving as the Chief Justice of the Telangana High Court, where she made history as the first woman to hold this esteemed position. Aspect Details Full Name Hima…
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JUSTICE INDIRA BANERJEE
Justice Indira Banerjee, born on 24 September 1957, is a highly esteemed former judge of the Supreme Court of India. Notably, she holds the distinction of being the eighth female judge in the history of the Supreme Court. Her illustrious career includes serving as the Chief Justice of the Madras High Court, marking her as…
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JUSTICE INDU MALHOTRA
Justice Indu Malhotra, a distinguished retired judge and senior counsel of the Supreme Court of India, stands as a trailblazer in the legal realm. Not only was she the second woman designated as a senior advocate by the Supreme Court, but she also holds the unique distinction of being the first woman advocate elevated directly…
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JUSTICE M. FATHIMA BEEVI
Justice M. Fathima Beevi, born on 30 April 1927, was a distinguished Indian jurist who left an indelible mark on the legal landscape of the country. As the first female judge appointed to the Supreme Court of India and the first Muslim woman in the higher judiciaries, her career spanned various judicial roles, culminating in…
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JUSTICE R BANUMATHI
Justice R. Banumathi, born on 20 July 1955, is a distinguished former judge of the Supreme Court of India, hailing from Tamil Nadu. As the sixth woman to ascend to the prestigious position of a Supreme Court judge, her legal career has been marked by notable contributions to the judiciary. Aspect Details Full Name R.…
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JUSTICE RANJANA PRAKASH DESAI
Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, born on 30 October 1949, is a distinguished former judge of the Supreme Court of India. Her multifaceted career encompasses roles as a public prosecutor, judge on the Bombay High Court, Supreme Court judge, and subsequent leadership positions in various legal and administrative bodies. Aspect Details Full Name Ranjana Prakash Desai…
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JUSTICE RUMA PAL
Justice Ruma Pal, born on 3 June 1941, is a distinguished former judge of the Supreme Court of India, known for her significant contributions to the field of law and her notable judgements in critical cases. Her career spans a rich history in legal practice, scholarly endeavors, and advocacy for human rights. Aspect Details Full…