AP Singh is an Indian lawyer known for his work in the Supreme Court of India, where he has fought numerous high-profile cases. As one of the most senior advocates, he has garnered significant recognition for his legal expertise. He has also published three books as an author.
Wiki/Biography
AP Singh aka Ajay Prakash Singh aka Dr A.P. Singh was born on Saturday, 1 July 1972 (age 51 years; as of 2023) in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India. His zodiac sign is Cancer. During his childhood, he shifted to Delhi along with his family. During his upbringing, Ajay felt deeply concerned about the lack of equal opportunities for the underprivileged in India to access justice. He observed that the police system often fell short of delivering justice. This realization motivated him to pursue a career in law with the aim of advocating for the rights of the marginalized. Fortunately, he had the unwavering support of his father, who shared his belief in the importance of seeking justice and encouraged him to become a lawyer. He later pursued LLB at Dr Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow and later a LL. M. at Delhi University. He also holds a Doctorate in Criminology from the University of California. He later pursued a career in law.
AP Singh accepting his Doctorate
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 10″
Weight (approx.): 75 kg
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Black
Family
He belongs to an affluent Rajput family.
Parents & Siblings
His father’s name is Dr O. P. Singh who was a Police officer, and his mother’s name is Vimla Singh. There is not much information about his siblings.
AP Singh with his mother (extreme left) and family
Wife & Children
His wife’s name is Geeta Singh who is also an advocate. The couple has two sons and a daughter.
AP Singh with his wife (right)
Religion
He follows Hinduism.
Career
Lawyer
AP Singh began his legal career in 1997 as a trainee lawyer in the Supreme Court, where he had the opportunity to be present during the case hearings of Tantrik Chandraswami. He officially enrolled as a lawyer in 1998 at the Lucknow Bar Association. Throughout his career, he has handled numerous high-profile cases, gaining significant attention for his role as a defence attorney in various prominent trials. Notably, he represented the accused in the Nirbhaya Rape case in 2012, the Sant Rampal in 2014 and Sant Ram Rahim cases in 2019, the Hathras Rape case in 2020, and the Seema Haider case in 2023.
AP Singh talking to the media after a court hearing
AP Singh also took on cases involving Aam Aadmi Party MLAs in Delhi, several MPs and MLAs from Odisha, various Naxalite-related cases in Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh, and cases of several Bahubali leaders. As a lawyer who has taken on high-profile and contentious cases, AP Singh has attracted both praise and controversy throughout his career.
AP Singh (third from right) during a court hearing
Nirbhaya Case
In the course of his legal journey, he shared a deeply personal connection to the Nirbhaya case, as one of the victim’s wives approached his mother seeking justice. Moved by their plea, his mother urged Ajay to fight for the victim’s family and help them find closure and justice. On one occasion, he commented that Nirbhaya’s parents were irresponsible, which garnered significant criticism from the public and media. Later, after a court hearing, he reportedly told Nirbhaya’s mother, Asha Devi, that he would not allow the killers to be hanged, further fueling public scrutiny and debate surrounding his remarks and actions during the legal proceedings.
Nirbhaya Case convicts
Seema Haider Case
He also drew attention when he represented Seema Haider in a case in July 2023. After submitting a 38-page petition in the case, he requested the Indian government to give Indian citizenship to Haider, comparing it to Adnan Sami’s Indian citizenship status, based on his long-time stay in the country.
Public Perception Towards AP Singh
AP Singh’s involvement as a defence attorney in high-profile cases, including the Nirbhaya rape case, has been met with mixed reactions from the legal community. Some lawyers have criticized his practices, particularly regarding the delay in the hanging of the accused in the Nirbhaya case. They have raised questions about his motives behind taking on such cases and his tactics during the legal proceedings. On the other hand, there are lawyers who have supported Ajay Singh’s representation of his clients, asserting that every Indian citizen has the right to seek justice, and it is the duty of lawyers to provide legal representation, regardless of the nature of the case or the public sentiment surrounding it.
AP Singh talking to the media
Writer/Author
As of July 2023, Ajay Singh has showcased his literary talents as an author, having written three books which include Wonders of Asaram Bapu: The Story in Depth, Rise and Fall of Lalu Parsad Yadav, and Damini: A Political Murder.
Cover of the book written by AP Singh, Damini A Political Murder
Controversy
During an interview, in 2013, AP Singh said that he would burn his daughter alive if she ever indulged in acts of pre-marital sex or lowered her moral standards. He said,
If my daughter or my sister engages in pre-marital or meretricious relationship, or if she lowers her moral standards and character, i will definitely burn her alive in front of my family members.”
This led to mass outrage across the country, and subsequently, he was heavily criticised by the public. Referring to his statement, he said that he gave this statement in a fit of the moment, as the interviewer was constantly getting too personal and had irked and incited him to stoop down to that level, and consequently make that statement.
Facts/Trivia
- AP Singh disclosed in an interview that Tantrik Chandraswami, after having his case fought in the Supreme Court, gifted him two pairs of coats, pants, and robes. Their association extended to Chandraswami inviting him on various foreign tours.
- He has held the position of National Secretary General in the BSK Lawyers Federation.
- Apart from his legal endeavours, AP Singh has been actively involved in various social organizations, with a particular focus on Men’s Rights and the Rights of the Kayastha Community. He has held the position of Vice-president in the Akhil Bharatiya Kayastha Mahasabha (ABKM). In an interview, he expressed his desire to initiate a Men’s Rights movement to address concerns related to the misuse of laws by women, with the aim of preventing men from facing undue suffering or injustice.
AP Singh (right) during a cultural program
- During a court hearing in 2017, AP Singh expressed his frustration and alleged that the judge was acting under political pressure. This statement angered the judge, leading to a heated exchange between the two. As a consequence of this incident, the Bar Council of India took disciplinary action and also suspended his lawyer’s license for three months.
- He practices Yoga and plays Billiards regularly as a means to stay fit. He also enjoys playing the guitar.
AP Singh doing Yoga
Categories: Biography
Source: SCHOOL TRANG DAI
