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Senior Advocate Iqbal M Chagla Has Passed Away.

Obituary | Dated: 16 Jan 2025

In January 2025, Iqbal M Chagla, a senior advocate and one of India's top lawyers, passed away at the age of 85 in Mumbai, Maharashtra. He was born on March 7, 1939, in Mumbai.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - Iqbal Chagla was the son of M C Chagla, who served as the first permanent Chief Justice of India (CJI) at the Bombay High Court (BHC) from 1948 to 1958.
  • - Iqbal Chagla was known for his outstanding legal skills, honesty, and leadership.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) Iqbal M Chagla started his career as an advocate at the Bombay High Court, under the guidance of Kharshedji Hormasji Bhabha. He became a Senior Advocate at the age of 39 in 1979.
  • (ii) He was the President of the Bombay Bar Association (BBA) three times, serving from 1990 to 1999.
  • (iii) He also served as a member of the Executive Committee of the Bar Association of India (BBI) and the National Legal Services Authority (NLSA) in New Delhi.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which renowned senior advocate of India recently passed away at the age of 85 in January 2025?

Correct Answer: Iqbal M Chagla

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