DY Chandrachud
Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud, commonly known as DY Chandrachud, is a prominent Indian jurist who served as the Chief Justice of India from November 2019 until his retirement in August 2022. He is well-regarded for his progressive judgments and advocacy for women's rights, social justice, and constitutional law. Chandrachud's tenure was marked by significant rulings, including those promoting gender equality and privacy rights. In a recent comment regarding a rape case in Pune, he emphasized the need for societal responsibility in preventing such crimes, underscoring that legislative changes alone are insufficient without proper enforcement and a supportive societal framework.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| India | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 1,380,004,385 | 519,972 | $2,900,000 | 1,093$ |
| Totals | 1 | 1,380,004,385 | 519,972 | $2,900,000 | 1,093$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
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Justice Khanna had taken over as CJI in November 2024, following the retirement of Justice DY Chandrachud.
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Former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud drew parallels between an alleged rape case and the 'Nirbhaya' incident.
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