Y.V. Chandrachud had the longest tenure as the Chief Justice of Independent India, serving for over 7 years.
Who among the following had the longest tenure as the Chief Justice of Independent India?
Asked in COMBINED STATE ENGINEERING SERVICES 2024 · Topic: The Supreme Court (Composition, Appointment, Qualifications, and Tenure of Judges)
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