Justice Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud
Former Chief Justice of India and Harvard Law alumnus with a long judicial career including the Bombay and Allahabad High Courts and the Supreme Court; author of Why the Constitution Matters and a frequent commentator on constitutional law, judicial reform, and rule‑of‑law issues.
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Oct 15, 2025 • 1h 5min
The Court and the Republic: A Conversation with Justice D.Y. Chandrachud
Justice Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud, former Chief Justice of India and esteemed Harvard Law alumnus, chats about his new book, Why the Constitution Matters. He sheds light on the Supreme Court's critical role amidst India's shifting political landscape, discussing judicial review, and the delicate balance with the executive branch. Chandrachud also tackles the controversial electoral bonds ruling, advocates for court transparency through tech reforms, and emphasizes the necessity of judicial administrative support in enhancing public trust and expeditious trials.
