New Delhi, Nov. 24 -- Justice Surya Kant was today sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI) by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in a ceremony marked by global judicial participation, symbolism, and a distinctly Indian ethos.
Taking his oath in Hindi, Justice Kant signalled a clear shift toward deeper reliance on Indian jurisprudence and constitutional philosophy over colonial-era legal frameworks.
This approach has recently drawn praise from Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, who lauded both Justice Kant and his predecessor, Justice B.R. Gavai, for bringing a sense of "Indianness" to the judiciary by relying solely on Indian case law and principles.
Justice Kant assumes office just days after he, as part of the 16th ...