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Nanabhoy Palkhivala

Indian jurist and economist (1920-2002) · India · Academics · Died at 82

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Nanabhoy "Nani" Ardeshir Palkhivala was an Indian lawyer and jurist. He rose to prominence as lead counsel in several landmark constitutional cases before the Supreme Court of India, including Kesavananda Bharati v. The State of Kerala, I.C. Golaknath and Ors. v. State of Punjab and Anrs. and Minerva Mills v. Union of...

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Nanabhoy "Nani" Ardeshir Palkhivala was an Indian lawyer and jurist. He rose to prominence as lead counsel in several landmark constitutional cases before the Supreme Court of India, including Kesavananda Bharati v. The State of Kerala, I.C. Golaknath and Ors. v. State of Punjab and Anrs. and Minerva Mills v. Union of India. His role in these cases earned him international recognition and established his reputation as one of India's most distinguished lawyers.

Country
India
Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1920 to 2002 · aged 82

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