Justice Dr. Mukundakam Sharma

A distinguished figure in the Indian judiciary, Justice Mukundakam Sharma's career is marked by extensive legal practice and judicial service. His contributions span various High Courts and culminated in his elevation to the Supreme Court of India.

Early Life and Education

Born on September 18, 1946, Justice Sharma obtained his M.A., LL.B., and Ph.D. degrees, laying a strong foundation for his legal career.

Professional Career

• Enrollment as Advocate: June 16, 1970
• Gauhati High Court Practice: Specializing in Constitutional, Service, Civil, and Taxation matters.
• Government Lawyer: Represented the States of Assam, Manipur, and Railways.
• Standing Counsel for Mizoram: 1981 to 1988
• Advocate General of Mizoram: April 28, 1988, to February 7, 1989
• Senior Advocate Designation: January 1, 1988
• Advocate General for Nagaland: April 1992 to January 1994
• Lecturer in Law: Gauhati University Law College, 1979 to 1992
• Judge of Gauhati High Court: Appointed on January 10, 1994
• Transferred to Patna High Court: Joined on February 14, 1994
• Transferred to Delhi High Court: December 12, 1994
• Acting Chief Justice of Delhi High Court: w.e.f. 28-11-2006
• Chief Justice of Delhi High Court: w.e.f. 04-12-2006

Contributions and Achievements

• Chancellor: National Law School of Delhi University (as Chief Justice of Delhi High Court)
• Participated in: National and international seminars on Arbitration, Mediation, Plea Bargaining, Judicial Reforms, and Intellectual Property Rights.
• Judge of Supreme Court: Elevated w.e.f. April 9, 2008.