Ranjan Gogoi is an Indian jurist who served as the 46th Chief Justice of India from October 2018 to November 2019. He was born on November 18, 1954, in Assam, India, and studied law at Gauhati University. Gogoi was appointed to the Supreme Court of India in 2012 and became known for his significant rulings on various constitutional matters. During his tenure, Gogoi presided over several high-profile cases, including the Ayodhya land dispute and issues related to women's rights. He was the first Chief Justice from the northeastern region of India and played a crucial role in shaping the Indian judiciary during his time in office.