NEW DELHI: Subhash C Kashyap, whose encyclopaedic knowledge of constitutional law and parliamentary affairs made him the go-to person for politicians, bureaucrats and journalists alike, and whose books on Parliament became bestsellers and mandatory reading for students of political science and law, died at his residence following “cardio-pulmonary arrest” on Thursday morning. He was 97.Kashyap served as Lok Sabha’s secretary general from 1984-90, but was associated with Parliament for over three and a half decades. “Be it privilege motions, anti-defection law, impeachment, expelling or disciplining members, he was the person everyone consulted whenever there was a dispute related to parliamentary procedure,” said former Prasar Bharti chairman, A Surya Prakash, who as a journalist reported extensively on Parliament.Born in May 1929 in Chandpur village in United Provinces’ (now UP) Bijnor district, Kashyap came from a family of freedom fighters. As a teenager, he actively participated in the national struggle for independence leading student movements in Bijnor and Meerut, a biographical note said. Kashyap received higher education in Allahabad, New Delhi, Washington DC and London. He launched his professional career as a journalist, taught at University of Allahabad, and trained as an advocate in the same city before joining Parliament.“He was approached for advice by members of the ruling party as well as the opposition. He was accessible and helpful to all. Many mediapersons would consult him whenever there was a crisis in Parliament regarding procedure — an adjournment motion, a privilege motion or a no-confidence motion,” said Surya Prakash.A prolific author and a Padma Bhushan recipient, he wrote the magisterial six volume set, ‘History of the Parliament of India’. President Draupadi Murmu condoled Kashyap’s demise. “Through his scholarship and insight, he enriched the study of Constitution and the evolution of our parliamentary system,” she said on X.About the AuthorAvijit GhoshAvijit Ghosh is an associate editor with The Times of India. He is addicted to films, music, cricket and football—and not necessarily in that order. He is the author of Bandicoots in the Moonlight, Cinema Bhojpuri, 40 Retakes, and now, Up Campus, Down Campus, a novel set in 1980s JNU. He tweets from the handle @cinemawaleghoshRead MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’I Saw Four Bodies At One Spot’: Local Hero Recounts Horror Of Delhi Fire | Watch’Did Not Tell Me…’: RJD MP Breaks Silence On Helping Cockroach Janta Party In Holding Presser’Whatever I Am Today Is Because Of Mamata’: Humayun Kabir Offers Rejinagar Seat To TMC Chief’We Are No More In INDIA Bloc, Will Not Attend June 8 Meet’: DMK After Congress ‘Betrayal’ In TNHijab, No Music, Separate Timings: Kerala’s ‘Islam-Friendly’ Gym Sparks Row, BJP Slams CongressAfter TCS Nashik Case, Ex-Wipro Pune Employee Alleges Religious Conversion, Forced ResignationNo Woman In Karnataka Cabinet: Margaret Alva ‘Deeply Disappointed’ Over DK Shivakumar Oath CeremonyPune IT Firm Abruptly Closes Operations, Over 700 Employees And Interns Left JoblessCongress Tells Cadre To Ignore CJP, Stay Focused On NEET-CBSE AgitationWhy IRCTC Is Verifying 6 Crore Users And Deploying AI Cameras In 800 Kitchens123Photostories5 most venomous sea snakes travellers should know aboutWant melt-in-the-mouth mutton dishes? 5 lesser-known secrets to follow at homeSambhavna Seth breaks down in tears as she welcomes twins via surrogacy with husband Avinash Dwivedi; cuts her babies’ umbilical cords, Says ‘Family Complete Ho Gayi’6 lakes in India with fascinating myths about their origins3 types of people you should remove from your life, as per Gauranga DasMMA legend Conor McGregor’s Las Vegas mansion is a millions-worth property defined by world-class luxury, private elevator and Strip viewsThe 5 numbers cardiologists want every adult to know before it’s too lateChild behavior expert says these 5 common phrases parents say to their children can hurt them psychologically8 words that women hate from the core of their heart: Which one can YOU not standGetting married soon? 10 common questions women should ask themselves before tying the knot123Hot PicksDelhi Restaurant FireLauren FryerAbhishek BanerjeeLos Angeles Airport DetentionAuston MatthewsSean StricklandKylian MbappeNuclear Scientist DeathNHL Trade RumorsTop TrendingDelhi Malviya Nagar Restaurant FireBengaluru MurderK AnnamalaiAnnapurna BhandarFirhad HakimDK ShivakumarKerala MonsoonAbhishek BanerjeeMamata BanerjeeKoyambedu Baw Brawl
NEW DELHI: Subhash C Kashyap, whose encyclopaedic knowledge of constitutional law and parliamentary affairs made him the go-to person for politicians, bureaucrats and journalists alike, and whose books on Parliament became bestsellers and mandatory reading for students of political science and law, died at his residence following “cardio-pulmonary arrest” on Thursday morning. He was 97.Kashyap served as Lok Sabha’s secretary general from 1984-90, but was associated with Parliament for over three and a half decades. “Be it privilege motions, anti-defection law, impeachment, expelling or disciplining members, he was the person everyone consulted whenever there was a dispute related to parliamentary procedure,” said former Prasar Bharti chairman, A Surya Prakash, who as a journalist reported extensively on Parliament.Born in May 1929 in Chandpur village in United Provinces’ (now UP) Bijnor district, Kashyap came from a family of freedom fighters. As a teenager, he actively participated in the national struggle for independence leading student movements in Bijnor and Meerut, a biographical note said. Kashyap received higher education in Allahabad, New Delhi, Washington DC and London. He launched his professional career as a journalist, taught at University of Allahabad, and trained as an advocate in the same city before joining Parliament.“He was approached for advice by members of the ruling party as well as the opposition. He was accessible and helpful to all. Many mediapersons would consult him whenever there was a crisis in Parliament regarding procedure — an adjournment motion, a privilege motion or a no-confidence motion,” said Surya Prakash.A prolific author and a Padma Bhushan recipient, he wrote the magisterial six volume set, ‘History of the Parliament of India’. President Draupadi Murmu condoled Kashyap’s demise. “Through his scholarship and insight, he enriched the study of Constitution and the evolution of our parliamentary system,” she said on X.
