Ramesh Chandra Lahoti
Chief Justice of India
Born
Died
2022
4 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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