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Upendra Baxi

Upendra Baxi was a prominent Indian legal scholar and professor who specialized in constitutional law, human rights, and social justice. He contributed significantly to understanding how laws protect individual freedoms and promote equality, especially in developing countries. Baxi’s work often highlighted the importance of accessible justice and the role of legal systems in addressing social inequalities. His teachings and writings influenced legal thinking in India and globally, emphasizing that laws should serve as tools for social change and empowerment rather than just rules for regulation.