Majeed Memon
| Majeed Memon | |
|---|---|
| MP of Rajya Sabha for Maharashtra | |
|
Assumed office 3 April 2014 | |
| Constituency | Maharashtra |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
12 December 1945 Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Political party | NCP |
| Spouse(s) | Shrimati Saeeda |
| Residence | Mumbai |
| Profession | politician, Lawyer |
| Religion | Islam |
Majeed Memon (born 12 December 1945) is an Indian Politician and Member of Parliament in Rajya Sabha of India from Maharashtra .[1] He is a criminal lawyer by profession and leader of Nationalist Congress Party.[2]
Career
Memon is a Member of Parliament (M.P). He is a noted criminal lawyer who defended Indian personalities including politicians, human rights activists and film actors. He defended high-profile Indians overseas in various extradition matters. Memon is also a human rights activist.[3][4]
Attack
In July, 2005 Majeed Memon was shot at by unknown persons. Later criminal charges were filed.[5]
References
- ↑ "Bio-Profile of Member of Parliament". NIC. 2014. Retrieved Aug 2014. Check date values in:
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