Quintessential Gopal Sri Ram - 2025

“This book is a tribute to … a visionary jurist, a compassionate humanitarian, and a man whose life reminds us that true justice is forged in principle and action. Within these pages, readers will encounter the intellect, the heart, and the indomitable spirit of a man who redefined what it means to serve the law and, through it, humanity.”

— From the Foreword by Tun Richard Malanjum, Former Chief Justice of Malaysia

Description

A treasure chest of the legal wisdom and flair of an extraordinary judge. Quintessential Gopal Sri Ram is a commemorative publication honouring the judicial legacy of one of Malaysia’s most illustrious and accomplished jurists. This volume celebrates the profound influence Justice Gopal Sri Ram had on the development of Malaysian law, through illuminating commentary on an expertly curated selection of landmark judgments across 12 major areas of law.

From constitutional protections to commercial clarity, and from trust law to judicial review, this collection showcases how Justice Gopal Sri Ram’s sharp legal mind moulded and applied the law with masterful precision and unwavering commitment to justice. His judgments reflect a deep reverence for the Federal Constitution and a fierce dedication to safeguarding the fundamental liberties of all Malaysians.

Featuring insightful analyses and discussion by seasoned judges, practitioners, and academics, this book offers readers a window into the brilliance of a judge whose reasoning continues to shape legal thought. It stands not only as a tribute, but as a vital reference – an enduring repository of the legal legacy he has left behind.

Quintessential Gopal Sri Ram is an essential addition to the Malaysian legal annals and a fitting celebration of a colossus in the nation’s judicial history. It will undoubtedly command pride of place on the bookshelves of every good law collection.

Key features

• Specially curated content to commemorate the legacy of a judge extraordinaire.
• Insightful commentaries that trace the special contributions of the judgments of Justice Gopal Sri Ram towards the development of Malaysian law.
• A showcase that presents the masterly application of the law to diverse fact scenarios to serve justice to all who came before the court.
• Unparalleled analyses carefully prepared by an esteemed panel of subject experts.
• Beautiful photos rekindling memories of yore.

Table of Contents

1. Administrative Law
2. Administrative Law: Judicial Review
3. Banking
4. Commercial Law
5. Constitutional Law
6. Corporate Law
7. Dangerous Drugs
8. Industrial Law
9. Land Law
10. Procedural Law
11. Sentencing
12. Trust Law

Author Bio

Editorial Advisory Board

Chairperson
Tan Sri Datuk Zainun bt Ali

Members

• Tan Sri Datuk Nallini Pathmanathan
• Dato’ Mary Lim Thiam Suan
• Bharti Seth
• Dato’ Edwin Paramjothy a/l Michael Muniandy