Jagmohanlal Sinha
Justice Jagmohanlal Sinha (12 May 1920 – 20 March 2008) was an Indian judge known for his 1975 ruling in the State of Uttar Pradesh v. Raj Narain lawsuit, which invalidated the election of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Legal career 

Jagmohanlal Sinha studied law at Agra University. In 1943, Justice Sinha started his legal career in Bareilly, and later, in 1957, he joined the Uttar Pradesh Higher Judicial Service. 1975 verdict 
Justice Sinha's most significant moment came in 1975 when he presided over the challenge to Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's victory in the 1971 Lok Sabha election. The case focused on allegations of electoral malpractices, including the illegal employment of a government servant, Yashpal Kapoor, for election-related work. Justice Sinha conducted the court proceedings with a strong commitment to justice and judicial independence. His actions, such as not allowing lawyers to stand when the Prime Minister entered the courtroom, demonstrated his dedication to upholding the judiciary's dignity. On June 12, 1975, Justice Jagmohanlal Sinha delivered his historic verdict, convicting Indira Gandhi of electoral malpractices and disqualifying her from holding any elected post under the Representation of People Act. Impact and legacy 

Justice Jagmohanlal Sinha's courageous and impartial verdict is widely regarded as a pivotal moment in Indian political history. It played a role in the declaration of the Emergency in India on June 25, 1975, a period marked by curtailed civil liberties and rule by decree. His legacy endures in Indian legal circles as a symbol of commitment to justice and the rule of law. His historic verdict and the events that followed serve as a reminder of the judiciary's crucial role in upholding democratic values. His judgment has been praised as a judgment of great courage by the Chief Justice of India - Mr. NV Ramana Other members of the judicial panel were also politically humiliated and ostracized. Justice Jagmohanlal Sinha had been avoiding public appearances and even asked his stenographer to disappear before the result was announced. Later life 

Justice Jagmohanlal Sinha's contributions to the legal field earned him lasting recognition. He continued to be revered for his courageous judgment, which left an indelible mark on India's political landscape. Justice Jagmohanlal Sinha's life and career stand as a testament to the principle that the pursuit of justice and upholding the law are paramount in a democratic society. His commitment to these ideals has left an enduring legacy in the annals of Indian jurisprudence. References

External links
 Profile at Allahabad High Court
 
 

1920 births
2008 deaths
20th-century Indian judges
People from Aligarh
People from Bareilly
Scholars from Allahabad
The Emergency (India)
Judges of the Allahabad High Court
People from Mathura district