Who among the following became the 49th Chief Justice of India in August 2022?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The Correct answer is option 2 i.e. Uday Umesh Lalit.
Uday Umesh Lalit became the 49th Chief Justice of India in August 2022. He replaces Justice NV Ramana, who retired on August 26, 2022.
- D.Y. Chandrachud is the 50th and current Chief Justice of India, serving from November 2022.
- Article 124(2) states that every Judge of the Supreme Court shall be appointed by the President of India.