CJI Chandrachud: A legacy of verdicts that shaped society, controversy too

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India's 50th chief justice D Y Chandrachud, known also for his many pithy statements, leaves an imprint all his own on the annals of legal history.

Friday was the last day in court for Chandrachud, or DYC as he is often referred to, capping a long career as lawyer, Supreme Court judge and head of the country's judiciary.

The earlier Goddess of Justice' in Grecian robes with blindfold and sword has been replaced by a six-ft tall sculpture with scales in one hand and the Constitution in another.

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Category: BusinessFinance

Markets: India

Topics: Ayodhya land dispute Society DYC Controversy CJI Chandrachud

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Published On: 2024-11-08 @ 17:19:57 (5 hours ago)

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