Laxmi Mall Singhvi

Indian scholar and politician

Laxmi Mall Singhvi - Indian scholar and politician
Born

1931
94 years ago

Died

October 6th, 2007
17 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

Links & References

Contributed to legal scholarship and public service in India. Served as a member of the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of Parliament. Played a key role in the formulation of various laws and policies. Actively participated in the drafting of the Indian Constitution and was involved in international legal issues, representing India at the United Nations. Engaged in teaching and wrote extensively on subjects related to law and governance.

Served as a member of the Rajya Sabha

Contributed to the drafting of the Indian Constitution

Advocated for legal reforms in India

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