Why in News?
Subhash C. Kashyap is in the news because he passed away on June 4, 2026, at the age of 97 following a prolonged illness. He was a renowned Indian constitutional expert, political scientist, and the former Secretary-General of the Lok Sabha.
Biography & Early Life
- Birth: Born on 10 May 1929 in Chandpur village, located in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor district.
- Freedom Struggle: Hailing from a family of freedom fighters, he actively participated in India's independence movement as a teenager.
- Student Leadership: Led various student-driven national movements across Bijnor and Meerut.
- Global Education: Pursued higher education and professional training across multiple locations, including Allahabad, New Delhi, Washington D.C., London, and Geneva.
Professional Career & Parliamentary Roles
- Diverse Experience: Started as a journalist and university lecturer, then trained as a lawyer.
- Parliamentary Service: Served for 37 years, holding the pivotal role of Secretary-General of the Lok Sabha from 1984 to 1990.
- Global Role: Led the International Centre for Parliamentary Documentation in Geneva.
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