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V. R. Krishna Iyer

V. R. Krishna Iyer Justice Vaidyanathapuram Rama Iyer Krishna Iyer (15 November 1914 – 4 December 2014) was an Indian judge who became a pioneer of judicial activism. He pioneered the legal-aid movement in the country. Before that, he was a state minister and politician.

As an activist lawyer, he served jail terms for the cause of his poor and underprivileged clients. He was seen as an ardent human-rights activist. In addition, he campaigned for social justice and the environment. A sports enthusiast and a prolific author, he was conferred with the Padma Vibhushan in 1999. His judgements continue to be cited in the higher judiciary. Provided by Wikipedia
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    Constitutional miscellany

    Constitutional miscellany by Krishna Iyer, V. R.

    Published 2004
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    Speaking for the Bench

    Speaking for the Bench by Krishna Iyer, V R

    Published 2012
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    Environmental Pollution and the Law

    Environmental Pollution and the Law by Krishna Iyer V.R

    Published 1984
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    Law and Social Charge

    Law and Social Charge by Krishna Iyer V.R

    Published 1978
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