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Polity question from Panchayat Secretary (VLW) exam, 2025 by JKSSB

Who among the following was the 29th Indian Chief Justice?

Last updated Oct 14, 2026
Correct Answer: Option D — Adarsh Sein Anand
Justice Dr. Adarsh Sein Anand served as the 29th Chief Justice of India (CJI) from October 10, 1998, until his retirement on November 1, 2001. He was known for his landmark judgments regarding human rights and custodial safety (most notably in the D.K. Basu v. State of West Bengal case) and later served as the Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC).
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Recruitment Panchayat Secretary (VLW)
Year 2025
Subject Polity
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