Former CJI Gavai appointed Ambedkar Chair professor at NALSAR
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NALSAR University of Law appointed former CJI Justice B.R. Gavai as the B.R. Ambedkar Chair Professor to lead research on constitutional law and social inclusion.
Background
NALSAR University of Law appointed Justice B.R. Gavai as the B.R. Ambedkar Chair Professor. The university also appointed Anurag Bhaskar (former Director of the Centre for Research and Planning, Supreme Court) and senior advocate K. Parameshwar as an adjunct professor to support the initiative.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyNALSAR University of Law: The institution hosting the B.R. Ambedkar Chair.
- PostJustice B.R. Gavai: Former Chief Justice of India appointed as the Chair Professor.
- FactThe B.R. Ambedkar Chair focuses on constitutional law, access to justice, and social inclusion.
- FactThe Chair is established with government funding.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of academic chairs in promoting social inclusion and constitutional literacy in India's higher education system.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional synergy: Collaboration between judiciary experts and academic bodies to bridge the gap between legal theory and social justice
- Funding dynamics: Impact of government-funded research chairs on prioritizing marginalized communities in legal discourse
Keywords: Constitutional Law · Social Inclusion · Access to Justice · Academic Research · Judicial Pedagogy
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