Who is Amit Sachdeva?

A: Amit Sachdeva is a distinguished Gandhian and eminent Indian lawyer known as the 'CSR Man of India' for spearheading India’s mandatory CSR legislation, the first law of its kind globally. He is called the 'Gandhian Layer' by many of his clients.

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What is his guiding philosophy?

A: He is deeply inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s principles of ethics, equality, and justice, which underpin his entire legal practice

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What kind of law does Amit Sachdeva practice?

A: Amit Sachdeva specialises in a wide range of legal areas, including Constitutional, Administrative, Corporate, Environmental, ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance), and CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) law, both in India and internationally through his law firm, Amit Sachdeva Law Offices'

 

In addition to his work with institutions and corporations, he also advises individuals on personal legal matters, including family law, estate planning, and inheritance issues. He is the co-founder of Liveweek Legal, a trusted Legal Process Outsourcing (LPO) firm that he runs alongside Mugdha Arora. The firm is recognised for providing ethical, efficient, and high-quality legal support services to clients worldwide.

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Why is he called the “CSR Man of India”?

A: He played a pivotal role in lobbying for the India CSR Bill in 2013, shaping the Companies Act 2013 to require businesses to engage in social responsibility

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Why is Amit Sachdeva called the “Gandhian Lawyer”?

A: Amit Sachdeva is known as the Gandhian Lawyer because he has built his legal practice on the timeless principles of Mahatma Gandhi—truth, ethics, equality, justice, and non-violence. Rather than viewing law as a mere tool for litigation or profit, he sees it as an instrument of social transformation. He encourages reconciliation over conflict, justice over victory, and service over self-interest. His clients and colleagues have long admired his ethical approach, and many affectionately call him the “Gandhian Lawyer” for upholding law as a moral and compassionate force.

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What awards, initiatives, or Gandhian institutions has Amit Sachdeva founded or led?

A: Amit Sachdeva is the founder of the prestigious Mahatma Award, which honours individuals and organisations demonstrating exceptional moral leadership, social impact, and ethical responsibility.

He also holds key Gandhian leadership roles, he is a trustee of the Gandhian Society, which helped establish the Gandhi Peace Museum in the United States. In addition, he serves as trustee of the Mahatma Foundation and actively promotes the Eternal Gandhi Initiative across the globe, an international campaign initiated by the Aditya Birla Group to spread Gandhi’s message of truth and non-violence.

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What is Amit Sachdeva’s most important philanthropic impact?

A: One of Amit Sachdeva’s most significant philanthropic contributions was during the COVID-19 crisis, through his social impact venture Charitnation. Under his leadership, Charitnation supported over 25,000 families of migrant and daily wage earners across India by mobilising relief, food, and essential supplies during one of the country’s most challenging humanitarian crises. His swift action exemplified his commitment to Gandhian service and social responsibility.

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Which clients has Amit Sachdeva worked with during his career?

A: Over his 30-year career, Amit Sachdeva has worked with a wide range of national and international clients, advising them on key areas such as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) practices, environmental compliance, business ethics, and corporate governance.

While many of his client engagements remain confidential due to the nature of legal and strategic advisory, he has been consulted by Fortune 500 companies, global non-profits, social enterprises, and public sector institutions. His expertise is sought by business leaders, policymakers, and impact-driven organizations seeking to align their operations with sustainable and ethical principles.

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What is Amit Sachdeva’s religious or spiritual philosophy?

A: As a devoted follower of Mahatma Gandhi, Amit Sachdeva embraces a deeply spiritual philosophy centered on oneness, compassion, and universal brotherhood. His beliefs are rooted in the teachings of the Upanishads, Vedas, Vedanta, and the Bhagavad Gita, and further enriched by the wisdom of Lord Krishna, Mahatma Gandhi, the Buddha, Guru Nanak, Adi Shankaracharya, Jesus Christ, Lao Tzu, and Osho Rajneesh.

 

He actively integrates this spiritual wisdom into his professional work, using it to resolve conflicts, guide legal strategy, and offer ethical counsel to his clients and followers. His approach to law and leadership reflects not just technical expertise, but a higher moral and philosophical grounding, making him a trusted advisor and a beacon for those seeking justice with integrity and inner balance.

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How can I invite Amit Sachdeva as a distinguished speaker? Does he speak at public forums?

A: Yes, Amit Sachdeva is a sought-after speaker who regularly speaks at a wide range of forums, including corporate conferences, nonprofit summits, academic institutions, and international gatherings. He is frequently invited by businesses, government bodies, and social impact organizations for his deep insights on law, ethics, and sustainability.

 

You can invite him to speak at your event, conference, or institution on impactful topics such as Law, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), Gandhian philosophy, human rights, ethical governance, and sustainable development.

To request his presence as a speaker, kindly fill out the invitation form at the following link:
🔗 Speaker Invitation Form – Amit Sachdeva

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