Justice for the Nation – Reflections on 75 years of the Supreme Court of India – 14th Edition 2024

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Justice for the Nation is a collection of essays written by jurists, retired judges, senior lawyers, academicians, and professionals to commemorate the 75th year of the Supreme Court of India. It is a reflective and analytical compendium, encapsulating the key doctrinal developments of the Supreme Court over the last 75 years and its impact on our country. It demonstrates that the story of the Supreme Court is intrinsically intertwined with the history of India and the stories of its citizens. Landmark judgments by the Supreme Court have not only interpreted the Constitution but also influenced the daily lives of millions of Indians. The book covers a range of topics including the Supreme Court’s engagement with constitutional rights, standards of judicial review, environmental law, arbitration, advocacy at the Court, and technology. Each chapter highlights how the Court’s decisions have dealt with the values enshrined in the Constitution, ranging from the upholding of rights, nondiscrimination, the rule of law, and democracy. The essays reflect on the Court’s past,  analyze its present, and envision its future, offering a colourful mosaic of its journey from diverse perspectives. Justice for the Nation underscores that the Supreme Court’s journey is not just a series of legal decisions, but also a living narrative of the hopes, dreams, and resilience of the Indian population.

The book covers a range of topics including the Supreme Court’s engagement with constitutional rights, standards of judicial review, environmental law, arbitration, advocacy at the Court, and technology. Each chapter highlights how the Court’s decisions have dealt with the values enshrined in the Constitution, ranging from the upholding of rights, nondiscrimination, the rule of law, and democracy. The essays reflect on the Court’s past, analyze its present, and envision its future, offering a colorful mosaic of its journey from diverse perspectives. Justice for the Nation underscores that the Supreme Court’s journey is not just a series of legal decisions, but also a living narrative of the hopes, dreams, and resilience of the Indian population.