| 18- January-1971 | Barrister Nath Pai, freedom fighter and member of parliament, passed away at the age of 49. |
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| 22- January-1971 | Judge Sarv Mittra Sikri became the Chief Justice of India. He helded this office till 25/04/1973. |
| 25- January-1971 | Himachal Pradesh High Court was established at Shimla for Himachal Pradesh Territory. |