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Justice K. Venkataswami
A luminary in the Indian legal system, Justice K. Venkataswami's career is characterized by his extensive experience in civil and taxation matters.
Judicial Profile at a Glance
- Born: September 19, 1934
- Education:
- Swathantra High School
- P.S.G. College, Coimbatore
- Vivekananda College, Madras
- Madras Law College
- Enrolled as Advocate, Madras High Court: July 16, 1959
- Assistant Government Pleader (Taxation): July 1969
- Additional Government Pleader (Taxation): 1974, Resigned 1976, Reappointed 1977
- Government Pleader: September 1979
- Advocate General: March 1980 - August 1980
- Government Pleader: August 15, 1980 (for two years)
- Permanent Judge, Madras High Court: July 24, 1983
- Chief Justice, Patna High Court: June 19, 1994
- Appointed as Judge of Supreme Court: March 6, 1995
- Retired: September 18, 1999
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Justice Venkataswami's journey through various roles in the Madras High Court and his eventual elevation to the Supreme Court underscore his significant impact on Indian law. His expertise in taxation matters was particularly notable throughout his career.
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