Ramesh Chandra Lahoti

Chief Justice of India

Ramesh Chandra Lahoti - Chief Justice of India
Born

November 1st, 1940
85 years ago

Died

2022
3 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

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Served as the 35th Chief Justice of India from 2004 to 2005. Oversaw significant judicial decisions and contributed to the Indian legal system. Played a vital role in the Supreme Court's operations, influencing key verdicts during tenure. His legal career also included being appointed as a judge in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh and later, the Supreme Court of India.

Served as Chief Justice of India

Contributed to landmark judicial decisions

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