The Roe verdict has fuelled deep discussions at the University. The Stepwell brings together Life Sciences student Mana Shah, Assistant Professor Chandler Hatch who is a philosopher, and Adjunct Professor of Law, Krishna Mehta, for their perspective on life, rights, and moral considerations.
Chandler Hatch
Assistant Professor
School of Arts and Sciences
“What about human life entitles it to moral consideration?”
Chandler Hatch is a philosopher who joined the Humanities and Languages division in January 2022. Before joining Ahmedabad University, he completed his PhD at Harvard University, where he taught courses on the history of political philosophy, ethics, logic, and the philosophy of mind.
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Mana Shah
Integrated Master of Science, Class of 2026
“Why are we having no discussions about the hardships of transgender people who can also give birth?”
Mana Shah is a member of the Literary Club at Ahmedabad University and is part of this year's team that won the prestigious MG Trophy for inter-university debate. She has also received the Mahatma Gandhi Scholarship, Ahmedabad University’s highest academic scholarship.
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Krishna Bipin Mehta
Adjunct Professor of Law
Ahmedabad University
“India has been among the first few countries to recognise reproductive rights and the right to abortion as fundamental rights.”
Krishna Bipin Mehta holds a PhD in Law from Gujarat University. At our signature Foundation Programme, she teaches the Democracy and Justice studio.
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