Essay Collection in Tribute to Dr. Balram K. Gupta: Honoring His Influence on Judiciary
On August 2, 2025, the Chandigarh Judicial Academy will host the publication and release of a significant book titled 'Shaping The Judges'. This collection of essays, penned by eminent personalities in the field of law, promises to be invaluable for every lawyer and judge.
The book, "Shaping the Judges: Essays in Honour of Dr Balram K Gupta", is a thought-provoking exploration of the role of judges as moral architects, shaping the future of the nation's judiciary. It features essays from ten sitting Supreme Court judges, delving into topics such as judicial philosophy, judgment writing, and the broader impact judges have on society.
The subject of the tributes in this book is Professor (Dr.) Balram K. Gupta, a man whose legacy and contributions to the legal field and judiciary are being honoured in this publication. Justice Surya Kant, among others, has praised the book as a remarkable tribute that inspires future generations of judges by emphasising the judge's role beyond just applying the law mechanically, envisioning the long-term societal and moral structure their judgments help build.
Prof. (Dr.) Balram K. Gupta, born in 1944, began his academic career as a law teacher in 1969. He earned his law degree in 1966 and a master's degree in 1968. His rapid rise in the legal profession led to his designation as a Senior Advocate in 2002. He served as the Director of the National Judicial Academy at Bhopal and later the Director of the Chandigarh Judicial Academy.
Part-A of the book contains 26 essays from eminent Supreme Court and High Court judges, as well as other legal professionals, covering a wide variety of topics. Part-B, however, consists of tributes and testimonies from judges and academic scholars who had close associations with Prof. (Dr.) Balram K. Gupta. An introduction in the book, written by his daughter Dr. Shruti Bedi, highlights Prof. (Dr.) Balram K. Gupta's role as a devoted husband and father.
Arvind P. Datar, a Senior Advocate, has written a book review for 'Shaping The Judges'. In his review, he praises the heartfelt tributes that highlight Prof. (Dr.) Balram K. Gupta's sterling qualities as a human being.
As we eagerly await the release of 'Shaping The Judges' at the Chandigarh Judicial Academy, it is clear that this book will serve as a lasting tribute to a man who has made significant contributions to the legal field and the judiciary in India.
This book, "Shaping the Judges: Essays in Honour of Dr Balram K Gupta," is not only a valuable resource for lawyers and judges but also a substantial contribution to education-and-self-development and personal-growth, offering insights into judicial philosophy, judgment writing, and the broader impact of judges on society. The book serves as an inspirational guide towards personal growth and self-improvement by emphasizing the importance of a judge's role in fostering long-term societal and moral structure.
The publication of "Shaping the Judges" at the Chandigarh Judicial Academy on August 2, 2025, will undoubtedly mark a significant milestone in the field of law, as well as in the life of Professor (Dr.) Balram K. Gupta, a man whose dedication to education, self-development, and personal growth has left an indelible impact on the legal field and the judiciary in India.
