{"id":40989,"date":"2025-10-29T12:57:44","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T07:27:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=40989"},"modified":"2025-10-29T12:57:46","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T07:27:46","slug":"justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/","title":{"rendered":"Justice Surya Kant CJI Appointment 2025: 53rd Chief Justice of India Announced"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Justice_Surya_Kant_CJI_appointment_2025_news_update_%E2%80%94_He_will_become_the_53rd_Chief_Justice_of_India_on_November_24_2025_Learn_about_his_tenure_background_and_significance_for_UPSC_and_government_exam_aspirants\" >Justice Surya Kant CJI appointment 2025 news update \u2014 He will become the 53rd Chief Justice of India on November 24, 2025. Learn about his tenure, background, and significance for UPSC and government exam aspirants.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Appointment_of_Surya_Kant_as_the_53rd_Chief_Justice_of_India\" >Appointment of Surya Kant as the 53rd Chief Justice of India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Elevation_Announcement_and_Scheduled_Succession\" >Elevation Announcement and Scheduled Succession<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Expected_Tenure_and_Historical_Firsts\" >Expected Tenure and Historical Firsts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Profile_of_Surya_Kant\" >Profile of Surya Kant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Significance_of_the_Recommendation_Process\" >Significance of the Recommendation Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Implications_for_the_Judiciary_and_Governance\" >Implications for the Judiciary and Governance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Relevance_to_Government_Exams_and_Public_Governance\" >Relevance to Government Exams and Public Governance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Impact_on_Constitutional_and_Administrative_Framework\" >Impact on Constitutional and Administrative Framework<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Indicative_of_Institutional_Norms_and_Regional_Representation\" >Indicative of Institutional Norms and Regional Representation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#The_Office_of_the_Chief_Justice_of_India\" >The Office of the Chief Justice of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Convention_of_Seniority_in_Appointments\" >Convention of Seniority in Appointments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Previous_Transition_and_Precedents\" >Previous Transition and Precedents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Significance_of_Regional_Milestones\" >Significance of Regional Milestones<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\" >Key Takeaways from This News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#1_Who_is_Justice_Surya_Kant\" >1. Who is Justice Surya Kant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#2_When_will_Justice_Surya_Kant_assume_office_as_the_Chief_Justice_of_India\" >2. When will Justice Surya Kant assume office as the Chief Justice of India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#3_How_long_will_Justice_Surya_Kant_serve_as_Chief_Justice_of_India\" >3. How long will Justice Surya Kant serve as Chief Justice of India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#4_Why_is_this_appointment_significant\" >4. Why is this appointment significant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#5_What_is_the_convention_followed_in_appointing_the_Chief_Justice_of_India\" >5. What is the convention followed in appointing the Chief Justice of India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#6_Who_appoints_the_Chief_Justice_of_India\" >6. Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#7_What_are_the_duties_of_the_Chief_Justice_of_India\" >7. What are the duties of the Chief Justice of India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#8_Which_articles_of_the_Constitution_deal_with_the_Supreme_Court_and_the_CJI\" >8. Which articles of the Constitution deal with the Supreme Court and the CJI?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#9_Who_was_the_first_Chief_Justice_of_India\" >9. Who was the first Chief Justice of India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#10_How_is_this_news_relevant_for_government_exam_aspirants\" >10. How is this news relevant for government exam aspirants?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/appointments\/justice-surya-kant-cji-appointment\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Justice_Surya_Kant_CJI_appointment_2025_news_update_%E2%80%94_He_will_become_the_53rd_Chief_Justice_of_India_on_November_24_2025_Learn_about_his_tenure_background_and_significance_for_UPSC_and_government_exam_aspirants\"><\/span><strong>Justice Surya Kant CJI appointment 2025 news update \u2014 He will become the 53rd Chief Justice of India on November 24, 2025. Learn about his tenure, background, and significance for UPSC and government exam aspirants.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Appointment_of_Surya_Kant_as_the_53rd_Chief_Justice_of_India\"><\/span>Appointment of Surya Kant as the 53rd Chief Justice of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Elevation_Announcement_and_Scheduled_Succession\"><\/span>Elevation Announcement and Scheduled Succession<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On <strong>October 27, 2025<\/strong>, the current Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai was formally recommended that Surya Kant, the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court of India (SC), succeed him as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI). Gavai has indicated his retirement date as <strong>November 23, 2025<\/strong>, and Surya Kant is expected to assume office from <strong>November 24, 2025<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expected_Tenure_and_Historical_Firsts\"><\/span>Expected Tenure and Historical Firsts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Justice Surya Kant is projected to hold the role until his retirement on <strong>February 9, 2027<\/strong>, which makes it a tenure of about <strong>14\u201315 months<\/strong>.  Notably, he will become the <strong>first Chief Justice of India from Haryana<\/strong>, marking a historic regional milestone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Profile_of_Surya_Kant\"><\/span>Profile of Surya Kant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Born on <strong>10 February 1962<\/strong> in Petwar (Hisar, Haryana), Justice Surya Kant joined the Supreme Court on 24 May 2019.  Before that, he served as Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court from October 2018 and was a judge of the Punjab &amp; Haryana High Court from 2004. Over his tenure on the bench, he has been involved in significant rulings around constitutional matters, electoral rights, and civil liberties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_the_Recommendation_Process\"><\/span>Significance of the Recommendation Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommendation by CJI Gavai to the Government aligns with the long-standing convention of the senior-most Supreme Court judge being appointed as the next Chief Justice.  The formal appointment will follow approval by the President of India and notification by the Government of India. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implications_for_the_Judiciary_and_Governance\"><\/span>Implications for the Judiciary and Governance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With Justice Surya Kant at the helm of India\u2019s highest court, the judiciary is poised for continuity in leadership while also witnessing regional diversification. His prior judgments and judicial philosophy are likely to shape court priorities, including backlog reduction, transparency in judicial appointments, and safeguarding constitutional rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Justice-Surya-Kant-CJI-appointment\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.economictimes.com\/thumb\/msid-124840959,width-1600,height-900,resizemode-4,imgsize-67912\/justice-surya-kant.jpg\" alt=\"Justice Surya Kant CJI appointment\" title=\"Justice Surya Kant CJI appointment\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Justice Surya Kant CJI appointment<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_to_Government_Exams_and_Public_Governance\"><\/span>Relevance to Government Exams and Public Governance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For aspirants of teacher recruitment, police services, banking exams, railways, defence, and civil services (PSCs\/IAS), understanding this development is vital because the role of the Chief Justice of India directly influences the legal environment in which public-policy, administrative decisions and constitutional matters operate. The judiciary acts as a check and balance on government action, which is essential knowledge for competitive exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_on_Constitutional_and_Administrative_Framework\"><\/span>Impact on Constitutional and Administrative Framework<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The appointment of a new CJI ensures continuity of leadership in the apex court of the land. Important decisions regarding fundamental rights, administrative law, and major constitutional interpretations will continue under this new leadership. For students preparing for government exams, awareness of such appointments signals familiarity with India\u2019s institutional structure, crucial for general studies and legal-administrative questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indicative_of_Institutional_Norms_and_Regional_Representation\"><\/span>Indicative of Institutional Norms and Regional Representation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The fact that Surya Kant is the first CJI from Haryana highlights how regional representation in India\u2019s highest judiciary is evolving. That is a relevant point for exams that ask about diversity in institutions, federal features, and judicial conventions. Also, the institution of the recommendation by the outgoing CJI underlines the convention-based procedure of judicial appointments in India\u2014a topic often featured in governance and polity segments of competitive exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Office_of_the_Chief_Justice_of_India\"><\/span>The Office of the Chief Justice of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Chief Justice of India is the head of the Supreme Court of India and plays a pivotal role in the Indian judicial system. The CJI is responsible for allocation of cases, constituting benches, and administrative oversight of the court\u2019s functioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Convention_of_Seniority_in_Appointments\"><\/span>Convention of Seniority in Appointments<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Historically, India has followed a convention where the senior-most Supreme Court judge (assuming no concerns of fitness) becomes the CJI upon the retirement of the incumbent. This practice aims to ensure transparency and predictability in appointment, although debates on judicial appointment processes persist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Previous_Transition_and_Precedents\"><\/span>Previous Transition and Precedents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The 52nd CJI, Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai, recommended Surya Kant as successor, continuing this seniority-based tradition. Previously, similar transitions have taken place with senior judges moving up the ladder before their scheduled retirement. The system ensures smooth transition and institutional stability at the top of the judiciary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_Regional_Milestones\"><\/span>Significance of Regional Milestones<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Surya Kant being the first from Haryana gives historical significance. Historically, Chief Justices have come from varied states\/high-courts, but each regional \u201cfirst\u201d gets noted in governance\/constitutional history. For example, when a CJI from a less-represented region takes office, it is often pointed out in civic and polity studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from This News<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Surya Kant has been recommended by CJI Gavai as the 53rd Chief Justice of India. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>He is expected to take oath on November 24, 2025, succeeding Gavai who retires on November 23, 2025. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>His tenure as CJI is likely to last until February 9, 2027 (approx. 14-15 months). <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>He is the first person from Haryana to hold the office of Chief Justice of India.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The appointment follows the seniority convention for CJI succession, reinforcing institutional norms in India&#8217;s judiciary.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Justice Surya Kant CJI appointment<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_is_Justice_Surya_Kant\"><\/span><strong>1. Who is Justice Surya Kant?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Justice Surya Kant is a senior judge of the Supreme Court of India who has been recommended to become the 53rd Chief Justice of India. He previously served as Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court and as a judge of the Punjab &amp; Haryana High Court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_When_will_Justice_Surya_Kant_assume_office_as_the_Chief_Justice_of_India\"><\/span><strong>2. When will Justice Surya Kant assume office as the Chief Justice of India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Justice Surya Kant is expected to assume charge as the 53rd Chief Justice of India on <strong>November 24, 2025<\/strong>, following the retirement of current CJI Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai on <strong>November 23, 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_long_will_Justice_Surya_Kant_serve_as_Chief_Justice_of_India\"><\/span><strong>3. How long will Justice Surya Kant serve as Chief Justice of India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>He is expected to serve until his retirement on <strong>February 9, 2027<\/strong>, giving him a tenure of about 14\u201315 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Why_is_this_appointment_significant\"><\/span><strong>4. Why is this appointment significant?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Justice Surya Kant will be the <strong>first Chief Justice of India from Haryana<\/strong>, marking a historic first for the state and showcasing regional representation in the judiciary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_the_convention_followed_in_appointing_the_Chief_Justice_of_India\"><\/span><strong>5. What is the convention followed in appointing the Chief Justice of India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>seniority convention<\/strong> is followed, where the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court is recommended by the outgoing Chief Justice to the Government for appointment as the next CJI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Who_appoints_the_Chief_Justice_of_India\"><\/span><strong>6. Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>President of India<\/strong> appoints the Chief Justice of India after receiving a recommendation from the outgoing CJI and the Government of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_are_the_duties_of_the_Chief_Justice_of_India\"><\/span><strong>7. What are the duties of the Chief Justice of India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The CJI oversees the administrative and judicial functioning of the Supreme Court, constitutes benches, allocates cases, and plays a crucial role in maintaining the independence of the judiciary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Which_articles_of_the_Constitution_deal_with_the_Supreme_Court_and_the_CJI\"><\/span><strong>8. Which articles of the Constitution deal with the Supreme Court and the CJI?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Articles <strong>124 to 147<\/strong> of the Indian Constitution detail the powers, structure, and functioning of the Supreme Court, including the role of the Chief Justice of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Who_was_the_first_Chief_Justice_of_India\"><\/span><strong>9. Who was the first Chief Justice of India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first Chief Justice of India was <strong>Justice Harilal Jekisundas Kania<\/strong>, who served from <strong>1950 to 1951<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_How_is_this_news_relevant_for_government_exam_aspirants\"><\/span><strong>10. 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