Kolkata, November 23, 2024: The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS) organised a landmark International Conclave titled Justice Dr. Radha Binod Pal and Quest for Justice: Historical Perspective and Contemporary Implications at ITC Sonar, Kolkata. The event commemorated Justice Radha Binod Pal, an iconic figure in international jurisprudence, best known for his courageous dissenting opinion at the Tokyo Trials, where he upheld the principles of fairness, impartiality, and legality.
The conclave brought together legal luminaries, scholars, and policymakers to discuss Justice Pal’s legacy and its relevance to contemporary global legal challenges. The distinguished guests included Hon’ble Justice P. S. Narasimha and Hon’ble Justice Dipankar Datta from the Supreme Court of India; Hon’ble Justice T.S. Sivagnanam, Chief Justice of the High Court at Calcutta; Hon’ble Justice Soumen Sen of the Calcutta High Court; and Shri Moloy Ghatak, Minister-in-Charge of the Law & Judicial Department, Government of West Bengal. International scholars such as Professor Mark A. Drumbl from Washington and Lee University, Professor Vincent Chetail from the Geneva Graduate Institute, and Professor William Schabas from Middlesex University, London, also graced the event. Dr. Prosenjit Pal, the great-grandson of Justice Pal, joined the discussions, along with other dignitaries, including Consul General Nakagawa Koichi of Japan.
The event featured engaging keynote speeches, panel discussions, and academic exchanges that explored themes such as justice, decolonisation, and the evolution of international law. Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Dr. Nirmal Kanti Chakrabarti, Vice Chancellor of WBNUJS, highlighted Justice Pal’s fearless commitment to justice and called for renewed academic focus on his ideals.
The conclave was a fitting tribute to Justice Radha Binod Pal, whose vision and principles continue to inspire global legal discourse. WBNUJS extended heartfelt thanks to all participants for making this event a memorable celebration of his enduring legacy.
