Sanjiv Khanna, nephew of a former dissenting justice, sworn in as 51st Chief Justice of India.

Sanjiv Khanna, the nephew of a former dissenting justice, was sworn in as the 51st Chief Justice of India. His uncle, Justice Hans Raj Khanna, nearly held the position in 1977 but was superseded due to his dissent against the Indira Gandhi government. Khanna, known for significant rulings like declaring electoral bonds unconstitutional and upholding the abrogation of Article 370, will serve a six-month term. His appointment is seen as a legacy of judicial courage against authoritarianism.

November 11, 2024
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