
Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud
Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud, commonly known as D.Y. Chandrachud, served as the 50th Chief Justice of India from November 2022 until May 2024. He is renowned for his progressive judgments and commitment to upholding constitutional values. Notably, he has a background in law from prestigious institutions, including Harvard University, and has held various significant positions within the Indian judiciary. Recently, he has been in the news regarding the Supreme Court's request for the removal of his official residence, as he has exceeded the permissible period for occupancy post-retirement.
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Justice Chandrachud was the country's 50th chief justice from November 2022-2024.
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