Who was sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India on 14 May 2025?

The correct answer is (D) Justice Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai
Explanation:
· Justice Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai was sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India (CJI) on 14 May 2025, succeeding Justice D.Y. Chandrachud.
· He is the fourth Dalit CJI in Indian history, following Justice K.G. Balakrishnan, Justice S. Rajendra Babu, and Justice Y.V. Chandrachud.
· Justice Gavai is known for his judgments on:
✔ Constitutional law
✔ Civil liberties
✔ Social justice
✔ Administrative reforms
· His tenure is noted for focusing on judicial transparency, technology adoption in courts, and speeding up case disposal.
Information Booster (SSC Important Facts):
· The Chief Justice of India is appointed by the President of India under Article 124(2).
· The outgoing CJI recommends the successor based on seniority tradition, known as the Collegium Convention.
· The CJI administers the oath to Supreme Court judges, allocates cases, and heads the Supreme Court collegium.
Additional Knowledge (Expanded With Headings):
1. About Justice B.R. Gavai
· Born: Nagpur, Maharashtra
· Served as: Judge of Bombay High Court → Judge of Supreme Court (2019–2025) → CJI (2025)
2. First Dalit Chief Justice of India
· Justice K.G. Balakrishnan (CJI: 2007–2010)
3. Role of the Chief Justice of India
· Administrative head of the judiciary
· Custodian of judicial independence
· Controls roster and benches
4. Notable CJIs Before Gavai
· Justice U.U. Lalit (49th CJI)
· Justice D.Y. Chandrachud (50th CJI)
· Justice Sanjiv Khanna to follow as future CJI