Ram Kishore Shukla
Indian lawyer and politician
Born
September 4th, 1923
101 years ago
Died
2003
22 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
India
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Born in 1923, this individual was a prominent lawyer and politician in India. He played a significant role in the Indian political landscape during his career. He represented the interests of the people in various capacities, advocating for legal reform and social justice. His contributions to the political process included participation in legislative assemblies where he worked on key issues relevant to the public. Through a blend of legal expertise and political engagement, he sought to address the challenges faced by society.
Served as a member of the legislative assembly
Advocated for legal reforms in India
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