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When was the Supreme Court of India established?
Question

When was the Supreme Court of India established?

A.

26 November, 1950

B.

15 January, 1950

C.

26 January, 1950

D.

26 January, 1949

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.

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