Q. Who was the first Chief Justice of Supreme Court?
Answer: Hiralal J. Kania
Notes: Hiralal J. Kania was the first Chief Justice of India. He served as Chief Justice from 1950 to 1951. Prior to being appointed as Chief Justice, Kania had a long and distinguished career as a lawyer and judge. He was born on October 1, 1889, in Bombay, British India, and studied law at the University of Bombay. He began his legal career as a barrister in 1913, and later served as a judge in various courts in Bombay and other parts of India. He was appointed as Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court in 1946, and later served as Chief Justice of India from 1950 to 1951. Kania was known for his legal acumen and his commitment to upholding the rule of law. He passed away on November 6, 1951.