Archive · 7 Jun 2025
Retired Judge M.S. Janarthanam, Quota Advocate, Dies at 89
A retired judge named Mr. Janarthanam, who was 89, has passed away.
He was known for his work in helping different groups get special opportunities, like reservations.
He was a judge and also led a commission that made recommendations for certain communities in Tamil Nadu.
His recommendations led to the implementation of reservations for specific groups.
The government will honor him with a special goodbye because of his contributions to social justice.
Retired Madras High Court judge M.S. Janarthanam passed away at the age of 89.
He served as a judge of the Madras High Court from 1988 to 1998.
Janarthanam recommended reservations for Muslims, Christians, and Arunthathiyars.
He was chairman of the State Backward Classes Commission.
The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister announced state honors for Janarthanam.
- Who
- Justice M.S. Janarthanam, a retired judge of the Madras High Court.
- What
- Retired judge M.S. Janarthanam passed away.
- When
- Not explicitly mentioned in this article.
- Where
- Chennai
- Why
- The articles do not state a reason for his death.
Government's Perspective
PMK's Perspective
Legacy and Impact
Government's Perspective
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin stated his demise is an irreparable loss to social justice and recalled his landmark judgements.
PMK's Perspective
PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss described him as a shining example, highlighting his recommendation of a 10.5% reservation for Vanniyars.
- Deceased
- Justice M.S. Janarthanam
- Age
- 89
- Previous Position
- Retired Judge of Madras High Court
- Key Contribution
- Recommendations for reservations for multiple communities in Tamil Nadu
- Chairman
- Tamil Nadu Backward Class Commission
