Who among the following was the first Chief Justice of India?

Options

A. Hiralal J Kania
B. M Patanjali Sastri
C. Mehr Chand Mahajan
D. SR Das

Answer

A

Explanation

Justice Hira Lal J. Kania was the First Chief Justice of India. He held the office of CJI from 26 January, 1950 to 6 November, 1951. He died on 6 November, 1951 while in office.