C. Hari Shankar
About C. Hari Shankar
C. Hari Shankar, born in New Delhi on 4th May 1968, is a Senior Advocate and permanent Judge of the Delhi High Court with expertise in indirect taxes, foreign exchange, COFEPOSA, and service law.
Education and Expertise of C. Hari Shankar
C. Hari Shankar completed his schooling at St. Columba’s School. He pursued a B. Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry from Kirori Mal College and later obtained his LL.B. from the Campus Law Centre, Delhi University in 1993. Shankar has specialized knowledge in indirect taxes, foreign exchange, COFEPOSA, and service law. His profound legal expertise has steered his distinguished career in the judiciary.
C. Hari Shankar's Legal Career
C. Hari Shankar has made significant contributions in his legal career by appearing as arguing/senior counsel before several judicial fora, including the Supreme Court of India and various High Courts. His specialization in indirect taxes, foreign exchange, COFEPOSA, and service law has positioned him as a key figure in these domains. He was on the Panel of Special Counsel representing the Central Government in the Supreme Court of India and served as the Empaneled Counsel for the Directorate General of Anti-Dumping.
C. Hari Shankar's Role in Government Representation
Throughout his legal career, C. Hari Shankar has represented the Central Government on various fronts. Notably, he served as the Panel of Special Counsel for the Supreme Court of India and was the Empaneled Counsel for the Directorate General of Anti-Dumping. Additionally, he regularly appeared on behalf of the Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine before the CAT and the Delhi High Court, showcasing his extensive experience in representing government bodies.
Appointment as Judge
C. Hari Shankar was designated as a Senior Advocate by the Delhi High Court on 20th August 2014, recognizing his remarkable contributions to the legal field. Following this, he was appointed as a permanent Judge of the Delhi High Court on 15th May 2017. His appointment as a judge has further extended his influence and impact in the judicial system.