About:

This collection documents the life and career of Justice V.R. Krishna Iyer, a prominent Indian jurist, activist, and writer. The archive includes materials related to his various roles as:

Judge: His service in the Supreme Court of India (1973-2014), with a focus on landmark judgments and contributions to judicial activism.
Lawyer and Activist: His legal career advocating for the poor, underprivileged, and social justice causes. This may include documents related to his imprisonment for defending communist clients.
Minister: His time as a state minister, potentially containing policy documents and records from his tenure.
Author: His prolific writings on law, social justice, and human rights.