Headline
Justice JS Khehar received Padma Vibhushan and Senior Advocate CS Vaidyanathan got Padma Shri award.
Summary
Former Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice JS Khehar and Senior Advocate CS Vaidyanathan have been honored with the prestigious Padma Awards 2025 for their outstanding contributions to public affairs. These prestigious civilian awards are given on Republic Day anny to acknowledge their extraordinary work.
Key Facts
- Justice JS Khehar: he was 44th Chief Justice of India (CJI) (Jan-Aug 2017) and former Judge of the Supreme Court (2011-2017). Cases dealt by him are-:
- NJAC (2015): He announced the NJAC Act unconstitutional, upholding judicial independence.
- Right to Privacy (2017): he acknowledged privacy as a fundamental right.
- Triple Talaq (2017): Disagree on invalidating triple talaq.
- Nabam Rebia Case (2016): put back the Congress government in Arunachal Pradesh.
- CS Vaidyanathan: he received Padma Shri for his sincere contributions in legal advocacy.
Legal Insights
The ruling of Justice JS Khehar shaped the constitutional jurisprudence of India,mainly on judicial independence and fundamental rights.
Impact
The awards show their exceptional and extraordinary service, showing their dedication to law and public welfare.
Why It Matters
The recognition shows the role of the judiciary and legal advocacy in upholding democratic principles.
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