Justice Abhay S. Oka: A Beacon of Courage in India’s Supreme Court Research by Aero Nutist| May24,2025 Justice Abhay S. Oka, a towering figure in the Indian judiciary , retired from the Supreme Court of India on May 23, 2025, leaving a legacy of courage and compassion. His 40-year career, spanning the Bombay High Court , Karnataka High Court , and the Supreme Court, is defined by landmark judgments that championed social justice , free speech , and constitutional law . Alongside other Supreme Court judges like CJI B.R. Gavai and Justice Sanjiv Khanna , Justice Oka strengthened the judicial legacy of India. This blog explores his top 10 rulings, his commitment to judicial independence , and his influence on the legal system, drawing from sources like Supreme Court Observer . From Advocate to Judicial Icon Justice Abhay S. Oka began his legal journey in 1983 as an advocate at the Thane District Court, mentored by his father, a prominent lawyer. He lat...