Q: (SSC/0)
question_subject:
Polity
question_exam:
SSC
stats:
0,4,11,0,9,4,2
keywords:
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The correct answer is option 3: Leila Seth. Leila Seth was the first woman Chief Justice of a High Court of a state in India. She was appointed as the Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court in 1991. Leila Seth was a prominent lawyer, women`s rights activist, and author. She played a significant role in advocating for gender equality and justice throughout her career. It is worth mentioning that while the other options provided are also notable women, they did not hold the position of Chief Justice of a High Court in a state in India, making them incorrect choices.