Dr. Kailas Nath Katju
Technical Data
| Stamp Set | India's Struggle for Freedom |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | June 17, 1987 |
| Denomination | 60 p |
| Quantity | 1,000,000 |
| Perforation | Comb 13 |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Nashik |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 1101 Stamp Number IN 1163 Yvert et Tellier IN 916 Stanley Gibbons IN 1234 |
| Themes | Famous people | Headgear | Lawyers-Advocates | Men | Politicians |
Special Stamp Commemorating Dr. Kailas Nath Katju (1887-1968)
Design Elements:
- Stamp: The stamp features a portrait of Dr. Kailas Nath Katju, highlighting his dignified and scholarly presence. The background includes symbols representing his contributions to law, education, and politics.
Biographical Information:
- Name: Dr. Kailas Nath Katju
- Birth: June 17, 1887, Jaora, Malwa
- Death: February 17, 1968, Allahabad
Early Life and Education:
- Born into a middle-class Kashmiri Brahmin family.
- Educated in Lahore under the care of his maternal grandparents.
- Matriculated from Punjab University in 1901 and graduated from Christian College, Lahore, in 1905.
- Developed a taste for Mathematics and History during college.
- Inspired by Dr. Gooroodas Banerjee to pursue a career in law.
- Joined Muir Central College in 1905 and passed the High Court Vakil examination, topping the list and receiving the Lumsdon Gold Medal.
Career in Law:
- Began his legal career in Kanpur in 1908 and later moved to Allahabad in 1914.
- Practiced law alongside prominent legal luminaries like Pandit Moti Lal Nehru and Satish Chandra Banerjee.
- Defended accused in the Meerut Conspiracy case and INA trial at Red Fort.
Political Career:
- Joined politics actively in 1937, accepting the portfolio of Law and Justice in the Pant Ministry in U.P.
- Imprisoned for 18 months during Satyagraha and detained again in 1942.
- Served as Governor of Orissa and West Bengal.
- Held positions as Minister of Home, Law and State Affairs, and later as Minister of Defence.
- Became Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh before retiring to Allahabad.
Contributions to Education:
- Actively involved in the University of Allahabad.
- Maintained a deep regard for student welfare and education throughout his life.
Legacy:
- Renowned for his legal scholarship and political contributions.
- Left a lasting impact on India’s legal and political landscape.
Conclusion:
- The Department of Posts is privileged to issue this stamp as part of the “India’s Struggle for Freedom” series, honoring Dr. Kailas Nath Katju for his invaluable contributions to the nation.
This commemorative stamp serves to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Kailash Nath Katju, acknowledging his significant role in India’s legal, educational, and political spheres.