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Meghashree Dev

 Person

Found in 706 Collections and/or Records:

3 judge bench to hear rape case review pleas, 29 March 1980

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Identifier: UB-005-01-09-34
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Upendra Baxi Collection is a digital collection that currently comprises a single series, Bibliography. This series is organised into several subseries, including Published Academic Articles, Published Book Chapters, Published Books, Published Book Reviews, Published Lectures and Presentations from Conferences and Seminars, Newspaper Articles, Letters and Correspondence (Mathura Rape Case), Other Media, and Media Articles by Others on the Mathura Rape Case.

Dates: Publication: 29 March 1980

9th DD Basu endowment lecture, 2016

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Identifier: UB-005-01-08-22
Abstract

Published by NUJS

Dates: 2016

10th Anniversary Jindal Global Lecture Series - Inaugural Lecture by Prof (Dr.) Upendra Baxi - YouTube, 2019

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Identifier: UB-005-01-08-45
Abstract

10th Anniversary Jindal Global Lecture Series - Inaugural Lecture' (May 30, 2019): Major address marking Jindal Global Law School's milestone, reflecting on legal education, globalization of law, comparative constitutionalism, challenges facing legal academia, and the future of law schools in India and globally. Published by Jindal Global University

Dates: 2019

25th Justice Sunanda Bhandare Memorial Lecture by Prof. (Dr.) Upendra Baxi - YouTube, 2019

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Identifier: UB-005-01-08-48
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25th Justice Sunanda Bhandare Memorial Lecture': A commemorative lecture honoring Justice Bhandare, likely addressing themes of gender justice, women's rights, judicial independence, or constitutional interpretation, reflecting Justice Bhandare's contributions to Indian jurisprudence and Baxi's engagement with issues she championed. Published by Justice Sunanda Bhandare Foundation

Dates: 2019

2023 “Is the Process Always the Punishment?”, 16 September 2023

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Identifier: UB-005-01-06-212
Abstract Prof. Upendra Baxi examines the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita's proposed changes to criminal procedure, emphasizing digital technology and timelines for investigations. While welcoming efficiency measures, he questions whether digital dependence exacerbates inequality given India's digital divide—urban areas have 70% internet penetration versus lower rural coverage. Baxi warns that "democratization of disempowerment" continues despite technological advances, with 338,000 officers...
Dates: Publication: 16 September 2023

“A Battle Zone?”, 21 July 2023

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Identifier: UB-005-01-06-208
Abstract Prof. Upendra Baxi analyzes Israel's 2023 judicial reform crisis, where Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition attempted to limit Supreme Court powers through legislative override provisions and executive control of judicial appointments. Massive public protests erupted involving labor unions, military reservists, diplomats, and academics opposing reforms that would curtail constitutional judicial review. The reforms followed Israel's unique constitutional structure of Basic Laws rather than a...
Dates: Publication: 21 July 2023

A Citizen Judge, 6 September 2022

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Identifier: UB-005-01-06-190
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In The Indian Express.

Dates: Publication: 6 September 2022

“A Constitutional Renaissance”, 16 July 2018

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Identifier: UB-005-01-06-82
Abstract

In The Indian Express.

Dates: Publication: 16 July 2018

“A Dangerous Precedent?”, 16 December 2018

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Identifier: UB-005-01-06-90
Abstract Baxi warns against the "judicial bypass" of established procedures and the emergence of "sealed cover" jurisprudence. He argues that secret evidence presented only to judges violates the principle of "open justice" and the right of the accused to a fair trial. The synopsis highlights Baxi’s concern that such precedents allow the executive to evade accountability under the guise of "national security." He asserts that once a "dangerous precedent" is set, it becomes a permanent weapon in the...
Dates: Publication: 16 December 2018