Concept:The Chief Justice of India is appointed in order of seniority among Supreme Court judges.Explanation:Justice Uday Umesh Lalit was the senior-most judge after Justice N.V. Ramana.He was appointed as the 49th Chief Justice of India.He succeeded the incumbent CJI, Justice N.V. Ramana, who retired.Therefore, the correct choice is Justice Uday Umesh Lalit.Answer:D. Justice Uday Umesh Lalit