GK Quiz on Chief Justice of India

The Chief Justice of India holds a pivotal position in the country’s judicial system, and their decisions often have far-reaching implications for the Indian legal landscape. This quiz delves into the history and key facts related to the Chief Justices of India, including their notable judgments and contributions.

From the first Chief Justice of India to landmark cases and significant legal reforms, these questions and answers provide a comprehensive overview of the individuals who have held this esteemed position and the impact they have had on India’s legal framework. Whether you are a legal enthusiast or just curious about the history of the Indian judiciary, this quiz offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of India’s top jurists.

GK Quiz on Chief Justice of India

1. Who is the current Chief Justice of India as of September 2021?

1. Sharad Arvind Bobde
2. N.V. Ramana
3. Ranjan Gogoi
4. Deepak Misra

Correct Answer: N.V. Ramana

2. Who was the first Chief Justice of India?

1. C. Rajagopalachari
2. H.J. Kania
3. B.R. Ambedkar
4. Harilal Jekisund Kania

Correct Answer: H.J. Kania

3. How many years is the term of a Chief Justice of India?

1. 3 years
2. 4 years
3. 5 years
4. 6 years

Correct Answer: 5 years

4. Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?

1. The President of India
2. The Prime Minister of India
3. The Supreme Court judges
4. The Lok Sabha

Correct Answer: The President of India

5. Who was the first woman to hold the position of Chief Justice of India?

1. Ruma Pal
2. Sujata V. Manohar
3. Fathima Beevi
4. Leila Seth

Correct Answer: Fathima Beevi

6. Who served as the Chief Justice of India from 2007 to 2009 and is known for his role in the Right to Information (RTI) case?

1. A.S. Anand
2. K.G. Balakrishnan
3. Y.V. Chandrachud
4. K. Subba Rao

Correct Answer: K.G. Balakrishnan

7. The Chief Justice of India is also known as the ____________.

1. Captain of Justice
2. Master of Justice
3. Leader of the Judiciary
4. Guardian of the Constitution

Correct Answer: Guardian of the Constitution

8. Who is the highest judicial authority in India?

1. Chief Justice of India
2. President of India
3. Prime Minister of India
4. Lok Sabha Speaker

Correct Answer: Chief Justice of India

9. What is the retirement age for a Chief Justice of India?

1. 60 years
2. 62 years
3. 65 years
4. 70 years

Correct Answer: 62 years

10. Who was the Chief Justice of India when the historic Ayodhya verdict was delivered in November 2019?

1. Ranjan Gogoi
2. Dipak Misra
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. Ranjan Gogoi

Correct Answer: Sharad Arvind Bobde

11. Who administers the oath of office to the Chief Justice of India?

1. Prime Minister
2. President
3. Vice President
4. Attorney General

Correct Answer: President

12. Who was the first Chief Justice of India to be impeached by the Parliament?

1. V. Ramaswami
2. S.P. Bharucha
3. P.N. Bhagwati
4. S. Rajendra Babu

Correct Answer: V. Ramaswami

13. Which constitutional article deals with the appointment of the Chief Justice of India?

1. Article 123
2. Article 122
3. Article 124
4. Article 125

Correct Answer: Article 124

14. Who was the first Chief Justice of India to be a member of the Rajya Sabha?

1. V.N. Khare
2. R.M. Lodha
3. P. Sathasivam
4. R.C. Lahoti

Correct Answer: V.N. Khare

15. Which Chief Justice of India is known for introducing the Public Interest Litigation (PIL) system?

1. A.N. Ray
2. P.N. Bhagwati
3. M. Hidayatullah
4. Y.V. Chandrachud

Correct Answer: P.N. Bhagwati

16. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the Emergency period in India (1975-1977)?

1. A.N. Ray
2. Y.V. Chandrachud
3. H.R. Khanna
4. M. Hidayatullah

Correct Answer: A.N. Ray

17. Which Chief Justice of India authored the famous judgement in the Kesavananda Bharati case that upheld the Basic Structure Doctrine of the Constitution?

1. H.R. Khanna
2. K. Subba Rao
3. M. Hidayatullah
4. P.B. Gajendragadkar

Correct Answer: H.R. Khanna

18. Who is the first Chief Justice of India from a scheduled caste background?

1. K. Subba Rao
2. Ranganath Misra
3. Altamas Kabir
4. H.L. Dattu

Correct Answer: Ranganath Misra

19. Who succeeded Justice Altamas Kabir as the Chief Justice of India in 2013?

1. P. Sathasivam
2. R.M. Lodha
3. H.L. Dattu
4. T.S. Thakur

Correct Answer: R.M. Lodha

20. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the historic judgement on Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code decriminalising homosexuality?

1. Dipak Misra
2. Ranjan Gogoi
3. S.A. Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Dipak Misra

21. Who was the Chief Justice of India when the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJA Act was struck down as unconstitutional?

1. H.L. Dattu
2. T.S. Thakur
3. J.S. Khehar
4. Dipak Misra

Correct Answer: T.S. Thakur

22. Which Chief Justice of India is known for his role in the Sabarimala temple entry case that allowed women of all ages to enter the temple?

1. Ranjan Gogoi
2. Sharad Arvind Bobde
3. S.A. Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Sharad Arvind Bobde

23. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the Supreme Court’s judgement on the Aadhaar case, upholding its constitutional validity with certain restrictions?

1. Dipak Misra
2. Ranjan Gogoi
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Ranjan Gogoi

24. Who is the Chief Justice of India responsible for implementing e-courts and the use of technology in the Indian judiciary?

1. K.G. Balakrishnan
2. T.S. Thakur
3. R.M. Lodha
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: T.S. Thakur

25. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the judgement on the right to privacy being a fundamental right?

1. J.S. Khehar
2. Dipak Misra
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Dipak Misra

26. Which Chief Justice of India played a significant role in establishing the National Legal Services Authority (NALS for providing free legal services to the needy?

1. R.M. Lodha
2. T.S. Thakur
3. Jagdish Singh Khehar
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: T.S. Thakur

27. Who was the first Chief Justice of India to be appointed directly from the Bar (i.e., without prior judicial experience)?

1. K.G. Balakrishnan
2. Altamas Kabir
3. P. Sathasivam
4. Ranjan Gogoi

Correct Answer: P. Sathasivam

28. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the judgement on the entry of women of all ages into the Sabarimala temple in Kerala?

1. Dipak Misra
2. Ranjan Gogoi
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Sharad Arvind Bobde

29. Who served as the Chief Justice of India from 1993 to 1994 and played a key role in the judicial activism movement in India?

1. A.S. Anand
2. M.N. Venkatachaliah
3. J.S. Verma
4. A.M. Ahmadi

Correct Answer: J.S. Verma

30. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the judgement on the validity of the Aadhaar project, upholding it with certain restrictions and safeguards?

1. Dipak Misra
2. Ranjan Gogoi
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Ranjan Gogoi

31. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the judgement on the constitutionality of the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJA?

1. H.L. Dattu
2. T.S. Thakur
3. J.S. Khehar
4. Dipak Misra

Correct Answer: J.S. Khehar

32. Who was the Chief Justice of India when the historic verdict on decriminalising homosexuality was delivered in 2018?

1. Dipak Misra
2. Ranjan Gogoi
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Sharad Arvind Bobde

33. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the landmark judgement on the Right to Privacy as a fundamental right?

1. J.S. Khehar
2. Dipak Misra
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Dipak Misra

34. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the judgement on the entry of women into the Sabarimala temple in Kerala, overturning the ban?

1. Dipak Misra
2. Ranjan Gogoi
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Sharad Arvind Bobde

35. Who was the Chief Justice of India when the Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of the Aadhaar project with certain restrictions?

1. J.S. Khehar
2. Dipak Misra
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Dipak Misra

36. Who served as the Chief Justice of India from 1995 to 1997 and was known for his role in the Jain Hawala Case?

1. A.S. Anand
2. M.M. Punchhi
3. A.M. Ahmadi
4. J.S. Verma

Correct Answer: A.M. Ahmadi

37. Who was the Chief Justice of India when the judgement on the entry of women into the Sabarimala temple was delivered, allowing women of all ages to visit the temple?

1. Dipak Misra
2. Ranjan Gogoi
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Sharad Arvind Bobde

38. Who served as the Chief Justice of India from 1990 to 1991 and was known for his role in the Mandal Commission case?

1. Ranganath Misra
2. S. Rajendra Babu
3. V.N. Khare
4. Altamas Kabir

Correct Answer: Ranganath Misra

39. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the landmark judgement on the constitutional validity of Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code, partially decriminalising homosexuality?

1. Dipak Misra
2. Ranjan Gogoi
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Dipak Misra

40. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the historic verdict on the Right to Privacy as a fundamental right in 2017?

1. J.S. Khehar
2. Dipak Misra
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Dipak Misra

41. Who served as the Chief Justice of India from 2004 to 2005 and played a significant role in the reformation of the Indian judiciary?

1. R.C. Lahoti
2. V.N. Khare
3. Y.V. Chandrachud
4. K. Subba Rao

Correct Answer: R.C. Lahoti

42. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the judgement on the Rafale fighter jet deal case in 2018?

1. Dipak Misra
2. Ranjan Gogoi
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Ranjan Gogoi

43. Who served as the Chief Justice of India from 2011 to 2012 and played a key role in the 2G spectrum case?

1. S.H. Kapadia
2. R.M. Lodha
3. T.S. Thakur
4. H.L. Dattu

Correct Answer: S.H. Kapadia

44. Who was the Chief Justice of India when the Supreme Court struck down Section 66A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, as unconstitutional in 2015?

1. P. Sathasivam
2. R.M. Lodha
3. H.L. Dattu
4. T.S. Thakur

Correct Answer: P. Sathasivam

45. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the judgement on the constitutional validity of Aadhaar, upholding it with certain restrictions in 2018?

1. Dipak Misra
2. Ranjan Gogoi
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Ranjan Gogoi

46. Who was the Chief Justice of India when the Supreme Court delivered a landmark judgement on the Right to Privacy as a fundamental right in 2017?

1. J.S. Khehar
2. Dipak Misra
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Dipak Misra

47. Who served as the Chief Justice of India from 2008 to 2009 and was known for his role in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks case?

1. K.G. Balakrishnan
2. K.G. Balakrishnan
3. S.H. Kapadia
4. A.M. Ahmadi

Correct Answer: K.G. Balakrishnan

48. Who was the Chief Justice of India when the judgement on the entry of women into the Sabarimala temple was delivered, allowing women of all ages to visit the temple?

1. Dipak Misra
2. Ranjan Gogoi
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Sharad Arvind Bobde

49. Who was the Chief Justice of India during the judgement on the constitutional validity of the Aadhaar project, upholding it with certain restrictions in 2018?

1. Dipak Misra
2. Ranjan Gogoi
3. Sharad Arvind Bobde
4. N.V. Ramana

Correct Answer: Ranjan Gogoi

50. Who served as the Chief Justice of India from 2000 to 2002 and played a key role in the Vineet Narain Case and Hawala Scandal investigations?

1. A.S. Anand
2. M.N. Venkatachaliah
3. J.S. Verma
4. A.M. Ahmadi

Correct Answer: A.M. Ahmadi

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who is the Chief Justice of India as of September 2021?

The Chief Justice of India as of September 2021 is N.V. Ramana.

Who was the first Chief Justice of India?

The first Chief Justice of India was H.J. Kania.

How long is the term of a Chief Justice of India?

The term of a Chief Justice of India is typically five years.

Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?

The Chief Justice of India is appointed by the President of India.

Who was the first woman to hold the position of Chief Justice of India?

The first woman to hold the position of Chief Justice of India was Fathima Beevi.