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Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry is a prominent Pakistani jurist who served as the Chief Justice of Pakistan in three non-consecutive terms. He began his legal career as an advocate, holding various positions such as Advocate General of Balochistan and Chairman of different legal bodies. Chaudhry faced political turmoil during his tenure, including suspension and restoration as Chief Justice due to conflicts with the government. Known for judicial activism, he made significant rulings on various cases, leading to both praise for independence and criticism for alleged misuse of office.