Question

The first Chief Justice of High Court of Kerala is

• A. Justice K.G. Balakrishnan
• B. Justice K.T. Koshy
• C. Justice Anna Chandy
• D. Justice M. Fathima Beevi

Hint:

Kerala High Court’s first Chief Justice was K.T. Koshy, post the state's formation in 1956.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Historical Formation: Kerala High Court was formed in 1956 after the States Reorganization Act.
Step 2: First Chief Justice: Justice K.T. Koshy was appointed as the first Chief Justice of the newly formed Kerala High Court.
Step 3: Notable Judges: Although Justice Anna Chandy was the first female judge in India and served in Kerala, she was not the Chief Justice. Justice K.G. Balakrishnan and Justice M. Fathima Beevi served later in higher judicial capacities.
Therefore, Justice K.T. Koshy holds the distinction of being the first Chief Justice of Kerala High Court.