India, April 6 -- More than two decades ago, when this writer was introduced to the world of law, regulations, and systems, it felt more sacred than any religious scripture. Every piece of legislation has a history of deep systemic failure affecting the broader public.

We understood that every regulation and rule enacted, re-enacted, or amended tightened the scope for concealment, fraud, and misrepresentation. The aim was to protect investors' interests-not just those who held a majority stake, but also those who held a minority stake.

As a Company Secretary, this instinct and context stay with you as you navigate the complex world of rules in real life. It forces you to look beyond compliance checklists and motivates you to ask a harde...