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Bio-Data of the hon’ble Justice Shri. C. S. DHARMADHIKARI |
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NAME : CHANDRASHEKAR SHANKAR DHARMADHIKARI BIRTH DATE & PLACE : 20th November, 1927 at Raipur (M.P.) EDUCATION : M.A.L.L.B OF Nagpur University. PROFFSSION : Lawyer since 1954 to 1972. APPOINTMENT :
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AUTHORSHIP : A book on Constitution of India entitled as “Bharatiya Sanvidhanache Adhisthan” (Marathi) which received Government of Maharashtra Literary Award for the year 1976-77; Reflections on Indian Constitution- Religion & Rule of Rule” (English); Shodha- Gandhincha.” Loktantra Parhej Aur Pabandiya (Hindi) Aur Manjil Duracha Rahali” ( Marathi); “ Gandhi Prahar Aur Prabhav (Hindhi); “ Samajman” (Marathi); “kalachi Paule” (Biography in Marathi) ; Antaryatra, Sahapravas ((Marathi). Suryodayachi Wat pahuya (Marathi). Contributed several articles in English, Hindi and Marathi in various periodicals, magazines etc. Known as good orator. Delivered number of talks in Lecture Series, Organised by the university, North Maharashtra University and Konkan Agricultural University. AWARD : Govt. of Maharashtra Literary Award 1976-77 and 2002-03, Karandikar Trust Dharwad Literary Award, Distinguised Citizen Award of Rotary Club of Bombay , Gopal Krishna Gokhale award, Gandhi Jan Award, Gosewa Ratna Puraskar, Rashtra Gaurav Puraskar ( World Peace Movement Trust) Padma-Bhushan award, by the president of India; Bharati Gaurav Puraskar, Ashrivad Rajbhasha Gaurav Puruskar, Justice Ranade Samaj Seva Puraskar, Bhausaheb Dhamankar Prerana Puraskar, Durgadevi Saraf Samaj Seva Puraskar, Justice Ramshastri Prabhune Samajik Nyaya Puraskar, Bhausaheb Dhamankar Preana Puraskar, for samaj Seva and Kushta Seva and social awareness. In recognition of his selfless services to humanity and country and above all his dedication to cause of justice , peace and progress he was awarded Michael John Gold medal by TATA WORKER’S UNOIN, Jamshedpur. Was invited to deliver key-note address in Bruhan-Maharashtra Mandal 1999 Convention, San Jose, silicone Valley, U.S.A. Visited japan on the invitation of Japan-Bharatiya Maitri Sangha and Nipponzan Myohoji Trust, Japan. Visited Singapore in connection with the India’s Independence Day celebration and Unveiling of Statue of Mahatma Gandhi and Mahatma Gandhi Centre for values at Singapore. SHRI CHANDRASHEKAR S. DHARMADHIKARI is khadhidhari since his birth. Once it was decided that the caste Barriers should be broken and man’s status does not depend upon his caste or creed, the first thing he decided is not to enter in any ritual or Sanskar restricted to a particular caste. Though he is a Brahmin by caste, he has not adopted a Thread Ceremony and has chosen to remain Shrudra. Marriage performed was also as per special Marriage Act- a Registered Marriage, which is common to all castes, creeds, religion and is secular in nature. Total expenditure for marriage was Rs. Twenty only. At the age of 14, he took part in Quit India Movement. He left school and there after an order was issued by the British government that he should not be admitted in any Recognized School. He tool active part in Quit India Movement. His two elder brothers, father, mother and other family. Therefore , he avoided arrest and since then worked underground. Was responsible for various activities, which sustained and maintained Quit India Movement for years together i.e. in the year 1943-44 also, at Wardha. His contribution to the National Movement now gets recognition from the Government of Maharashtra, when government included his name in a prestigious list of Freedom Fighters, without any request or application, and has also granted Pension to him. As a judge, his Judgments were outstanding. He believed that judge should be impartial, but not impassive. Judgments delivered by him, relating to Rights of Women, Adiwasi Children, Insane People, Prisoners are land marks. His Judgment delivered during the Emergency was a unique one. In the said Judgment he held that apart from the Constitutional Right, a Right to Life is natural and human right and therefore, even during the Emergency, a Citizen has a right to approach the High Court, as natural and human right to life can not be taken away. As per this Judgment he entertained the Petitions and released the detenus, against whom there was no material. He was known as almost up-right independent and fearless Judge. As a Chairman of the Dahanu taluka Environment Protection authority, he has introduced an altogether new concept and principle in the field of rehabilitation. The concept “Pre –habilitation” and “Pre-Afforestation” is introduced by him, which in itself is a unique and revolutionary. As per this principle, before cutting a tree, authorities concerned are obliged to plant ten trees, before demolishing a house, authorities are obliged to construct a new house for a person who is likely to be displaced , and after the person is given a new house, where he shifts, then alone demolition of house is permitted. Under his leadership, such afforestation has taken place in Dahanu Taluka. The six Forests are developed, which are known as :
He is known as best interpreter of Gandhian thoughts through-out the country. Is very popular amongst the youth. His advice about the Women Empowerment are well appreciated. He is also associated with the Maharashtra State as well as National Women’s Commission. Today he is known as a backbone of Sarvodaya Movement, and was also a Chief Co-ordinator of the Jay Prakash Narayan Birth Centenary Committee. His thought provoking speeches keep audience spellbound with sheer emotional and intellectual involvement. It gives a new insight for solving problems. He is known as a very good thinker and orator in Hindi, Marathi and English. However, from the 15 August 1947, he has decided normally not to speak in English. Because on that day Mahatma Gandhi had told the B. B. C. Reporter to inform the world that Gandhi does not understand English. He is associated with various Educational Institutions and was also a Chairman of the Panels for selecting Vice-Chancellors of the University. He is actively associated with the rural development work, as a Chairmen of Yusuf Meherally Centre, Balwantrai Mehta Panchayat Raj Jagriti Kendra. These Centres are carrying on activities in the field of health, Micro Water Shed development, Agriculture, Village Industries, Adiwasi Welfare, Women Welfare, Pollution Awareness, Afforestation and Youth etc. He is also engaged in relief work in Gujarat, Kerala and Maharashtra. Balwant Rai Mehta Panchayat Raj Jagriti Kendra is engaged in training the members of village panchayats, so as to empower Panchayat Raj System, so that it can achieve the goal of GRAM SWARAJ. Whereas SEARCH is working in the remotest Adiwasi area for overall development of Adiwasis, particularly dealing with health problems. The work done by SEARCH has received Worldwide recognition. Various Authors have dedicated their books to him in recognition of his social service, and qualities of heart and mind. Some of them are as under : 1. SHAHIR G. D. MAGULKAR - Author – RAJA MANGALWEDHEKAR 2. RAJMUDRA - Author – SURESH DWADASHIWAR 3. SHIKSHAKACHA DHARMA - Author – RAM SHEWALKAR 4. MAHATMA GANDHI PRANIT AKARA VRATE - Author – CHANDRAKANT PADGAONKAR At the age of 78, he is still involved in Socio-Economic, Educational, Gandhian and Sarvodaya Activities. |