Justice Indu Malhotra

Former Judge, Supreme Court of India

Class

1983

Spotlight

APRIL 2026

Justice Indu Malhotra made history by becoming the first female advocate to be directly elevated from the Bar as a judge of the Supreme Court of India. She is celebrated for her rigorous approach to arbitration law and nuanced constitutional interpretations.

Professional achievements

1. Second woman to be designated as a Senior Advocate by the Supreme Court (2007)
2. Authored a widely referenced commentary on the Arbitration and Conciliation Act
3. Key dissenting and concurring opinions in major constitutional matters