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Nanabhoy Palkhivala

Indian jurist and economist (1920-2002)

  • Fame50.6
  • Momentum9.8
  • Wikipedia3.1K
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Lived 1920–2002, aged 82India
IndiaIndiaAcademicsAcademic
  • Wikipedia
    10 languages
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  • Era
    1920–2002
    Aged 82
  • Awards
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    recognised work
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Updated 2026-06-15

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.

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