Arun Subramaniam, an Indian-American : first South Asian District Judge

  • Arun Subramaniam, an Indian-American, confirmed as the first South Asian District Judge for the Southern District of New York.
  • Senate Majority Leader Senator Chuck Schumer confirmed the nomination of Mr. Subramanian by a vote of 58-37 in a tweet.
  • Senator Schumer praised Subramanian for dedicating his career to fighting for people.
  • The Southern District of New York has one of the largest South Asian-American populations in the country.

Questions : Who was recently confirmed as the first South Asian District Judge for the Southern District of New York?
a) M. Night Shyamalan
b) Arun Subramaniam
c) Kamala Harris
d) Aasif Mandvi

Answer: b) Arun Subramaniam

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