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NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2025 Shift-2 📅 05 Jun, 2025

In April 2025, Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna named _______ as his successor, who will be the _______ upon appointment.

A
Justice B R Gavai; 53rd Chief Justice of India
B
Justice B R Gavai; 52nd Chief Justice of India
C
Justice Hima Kohli; 53rd Chief Justice of India
D
Justice Surya Kant; 51st Chief Justice of India
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NTPC Graduate Tier 1
2025 • 05 Jun, 2025 • Shift-2
In April 2025, Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna named _______ as his successor, who will be the _______ upon appointment.
Correct Answer
Justice B R Gavai; 52nd Chief Justice of India
Constitutional Precedent: In alignment with the established Memorandum of Procedure, the outgoing Chief Justice of India formally recommends the seniormost judg......
Ref/Book : NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2025
Ref. Subject General Awareness
Chapter -
Ref. Topic Current Affairs
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💡 Analysis & Explanation
Constitutional Precedent ▼
In alignment with the established Memorandum of Procedure, the outgoing Chief Justice of India formally recommends the seniormost judge of the Supreme Court to assume the highest judicial office.
Transition Mechanics ▼
Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, who served as the 51st CJI, executed this protocol ahead of his scheduled retirement.
Successor Designation ▼
He officially recommended Justice B.R. Gavai to take the helm. By numerical chronology, this elevates Justice Gavai to the 52nd position.
Conclusion ▼
Option B accurately captures both the individual and the numerical succession rank.
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