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Aequabilis: The Intellectual Legacy of Chief Justice R.S. Pathak. A Critical Study of Landmark Judgments by Jai Anant Dehadrai

Champion of Liberty: Explore the jurisprudence of a Chief Justice known for his strict adherence to the Constitution and due-process.
Defining Cases: Detailed analysis of landmark decisions, including the revolutionary ‘Bandhua Mukti Morcha’ case (heralding mainstream PIL) and the controversial ‘S.P. Gupta’ case (a pivotal moment for judicial independence).
Spirited Defence: Features a compelling defence of Justice Pathak’s judgment in the Union Carbide Case, arguing his imperative for urgent relief and the unprecedented compensation award.
Enduring Imprint: Discover how Justice Pathak’s erudition and deep sense of propriety continue to shape the Indian judiciary.
Constitutional Debate: Includes the author’s exploration of amending Article 58 to allow only former Supreme Court Judges as candidates for the Indian Presidency.
A mandatory read for those who seek to understand the intellectual architecture of modern Indian law.