“The law of nature is that Truth alone triumphs—Satyameva Jayate.”
Our judiciary having spoken, I felt it important to share my inner thoughts and feelings with the nation at large.
2013, "Satyameva Jayate: Truth Alone Triumphs", 2013
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Vol. 2, Ch. 22, § 261
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