By: Soli Sorabjee
The right to dissent and tolerance are the bedrock of a democratic society. Unfortunately, they cannot be legislated.
One of India’s most eminent jurists, Soli Sorabjee was the Attorney General between 1998 and 2004. Prior to that, he was the country’s Solicitor General. He was awarded the Padma Vibushan in 2002 for his defense of the freedom of expression and protection of human rights. He also served as a member at the Permanent Court of Arbitration at Hague between 2000 and 2006. He is the author of numerous books and articles on law. Read the rest of this entry »
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