K G Balakrishnan
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K G Balakrishnan served as the 37th Chief Justice of India from 2007 to 2010, and he was the first SC judge to be appointed from the Scheduled Caste community. His tenure was marked by significant rulings and contributions to judicial administration, and he advocated for transparency within the judiciary, notably supporting the declaration of judges' assets.
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He will be the first Buddhist CJI and second Dalit, after CJI K G Balakrishnan, in the 75-year history of SC.
Will always strive for social, political justice: CJI-designate Gavai | India NewsThe Times of India·
India· 2025-05-14
India· 2025-05-14
Former CJI K G Balakrishnan was involved in the initial decision to upload judges' asset declarations.
After cash pile row, Supreme Court judges resolve to post assets, liabilities online | India NewsThe Times of India·India· 2025-04-04
India· 2025-04-04
