India, Oct. 27 -- Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai's tenure in the Supreme Court and his eventual elevation as the Chief Justice of India (CJI) have been marked by a series of significant rulings across various areas of law, placing him as a key figure in Indian jurisprudence.

His short tenure as CJI, from May 14, 2025, to November 23, 2025, was not free from controversy. Issues arose over his "Ask the Deity" remarks in court, for which he allegedly faced an attempted attack by a lawyer. His tenure also saw administrative decisions by the Collegium, headed by him, particularly its agreement with the Union Government's objection to a proposed transfer of a High Court judge.

Before these events, the Supreme Court Collegium courted another...