Correct option is B
Correct Answer: (B) 15 January, 1950
Explanation:
→ The Supreme Court of India was formally established on 15 January 1950.
→ It replaced the Federal Court of India, which functioned during British rule.
→ Although the Indian Constitution came into force on 26 January 1950, the Supreme Court started functioning 11 days earlier.
→ The first sitting of the Supreme Court was held in the Chamber of Princes, Parliament House, New Delhi.
→ Hence, the correct answer is 15 January, 1950.
Information Booster:
→ The Supreme Court is the highest judicial authority in India.
→ Justice Harilal Jekisundas Kania was the first Chief Justice of India.
→ Initially, the Court consisted of 1 Chief Justice and 7 other judges.
→ It acts as the guardian of the Constitution.
→ The Court has original, appellate, and advisory jurisdiction.
Additional Information (Other Options):
Option (A): 26 November 1950 is the date when the Constitution was adopted, not when the Supreme Court was established.
Option (C): 26 January 1950 is celebrated as Republic Day, marking the enforcement of the Constitution.