Sorabjee was a votary of protection of fundamental rights, says ex-Guv NN Vohra

New Delhi, April 30

Former Jammu and Kashmir Governor NN Vohra on Friday condoled the death of jurist Soli Sorabjee, saying his valued contribution in the field of constitutional law would be long remembered.

Vohra recalled his five-decade-long association with Sorabjee, whom he called an “internationally recognised” champion of human rights and a votary of the protection of fundamental rights of the last man standing in the socio-economic hierarchy.

The former Governor, who is the president of the India International Centre (IIC) in the national capital, expressed “deep sorrow” on Sorabjee’s death.

“Unknown to many, he was a deep lover of poetry which he often recited at private gatherings. Warm and affectionate, he had a wonderful sense of humour,” an official statement of the IIC quoted Vohra as saying.

Known for his valued contribution in the field of constitutional law, Sorabjee was awarded Padma Vibhushan in 2002 for his defence of freedom of expression and the protection of human rights, the statement said.

Vohra, who also expressed his condolences to Sorabjee’s wife Zena, said the legal luminary was a man of many interests and talents.— PTI