FALI SAM NARIMAN BOOKS

Fali Sam Nariman is one of India’s most distinguished constitutional lawyers, jurists, and legal thinkers, known for his profound impact on the country’s legal landscape and his unwavering commitment to upholding the rule of law and democratic values. Born in 1929, Nariman began his illustrious legal career in the Bombay High Court before moving to Delhi, where he became a senior advocate in the Supreme Court of India in 1971. Over the decades, he has argued several landmark cases that have shaped Indian constitutional law, including issues related to civil liberties, minority rights, federalism, and judicial independence. He served as the Additional Solicitor General of India during the late 1970s but famously resigned during the Emergency, signaling his strong opposition to the curtailment of civil freedoms. Nariman is also a renowned author and public intellectual, whose writings reflect his deep legal insight, historical perspective, and ethical grounding. His memoir, Before Memory Fades, offers an honest and reflective account of his personal and professional life, while The State of the Nation explores critical legal and constitutional challenges facing India today. Throughout his career, he has been a vocal advocate for secularism, judicial reform, and the independence of institutions, often using his platform to critique authoritarian tendencies and uphold democratic accountability. Nariman has also represented India at international forums and served as President of the Bar Association of India and as a member of the Rajya Sabha. He has received several prestigious awards, including the Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan, in recognition of his service to the nation. Admired for his clarity, humility, and moral courage, Fali Sam Nariman remains a towering figure in Indian jurisprudence—an enduring voice of reason, conscience, and integrity in the legal and public life of the country.