Description
Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai
A distinguished figure in the Indian judiciary, Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai's career is marked by significant contributions to the Supreme Court of India.
Judicial Profile at a Glance
- Born: October 30, 1949
- Education: Bachelor of Arts (Elphinstone College, 1970), Bachelor of Laws (Government Law College, Bombay, 1973)
- Joined Legal Profession: July 30, 1973
- Government Pleader: 1979
- Special Public Prosecutor: 1986
- Government Pleader, Appellate Side, High Court of Bombay: November 1, 1995
- Elevated to Bench of Bombay High Court: April 15, 1996
- Elevated as Judge, Supreme Court of India: September 13, 2011
- Retired: October 29, 2014
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Justice Desai began her legal journey in 1973, gaining experience under Justice Pratap and her father, Shri S.G. Samant. Her career progressed through various roles, including Government Pleader and Special Public Prosecutor, before her appointment to the Bombay High Court and eventual elevation to the Supreme Court.
