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Tributes Pour In for Human Rights Lawyer M Ravi

12/24/2025

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Summary

Story summary

M Ravi, a prominent Singaporean human rights lawyer, died on December 24 at age 56 after being found unconscious at Tan Tock Seng Hospital.
Police said there was no foul play suspected.
Ravi opposed the mandatory death penalty and represented death row inmates, including a notable case that led to the acquittal of Gobi Avedian from death row.
Tributes from colleagues highlight his impact on constitutional law and note his mental health struggles.

History

Historical Context

The abolition of the death penalty in the UK in 1965 influenced global attitudes towards capital punishment. In Singapore, lawyer M Ravi has been a prominent advocate against the death penalty, representing inmates like Gobi Avedian, whose sentence was commuted in 2020. Ravi's efforts highlight ongoing debates about human rights and legal reform in a country where the death penalty remains enforced.

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Story summary

M Ravi, a prominent Singaporean human rights lawyer, died on December 24 at age 56 after being found unconscious at Tan Tock Seng Hospital.
Police said there was no foul play suspected.
Ravi opposed the mandatory death penalty and represented death row inmates, including a notable case that led to the acquittal of Gobi Avedian from death row.
Tributes from colleagues highlight his impact on constitutional law and note his mental health struggles.

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