SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 43

SSC MTS - 16/10/2024 - (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) • General Awareness • Q43

Who among the following was the first Law and Justice Minister of independent India?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. BR Ambedkar.

The first Law and Justice Minister of independent India was B.R. Ambedkar. He served in this position from 1947 to 1951 and played a pivotal role in shaping the legal framework of the newly independent nation. Ambedkar is famously known as the principal architect of the Indian Constitution, advocating for social justice, equality, and the rights of marginalized communities. His tenure as Law Minister laid the foundation for India’s democratic and legal systems, ensuring protection of fundamental rights for all citizens.