He joined the Supreme Court in 1986 and served as Chief Justice of India from 25 November 1991 until 12 December 1991. He was honored with "Proud Past Alumni" by the University of Allahabad Alumni Association.
He joined the Supreme Court in 1986 and served as the head of the Indian judiciary from November 25, 1991, to December 12, 1991. He received the "Proud Past Alumni" award from the University of Allahabad Alumni Association.