Explanation:

- The Supreme Court of India was established in 1950.

- At its inception, it consisted of the Chief Justice and seven other judges.

- Option 1 (6): This is not correct, as there were more than six judges besides the Chief Justice.

- Option 2 (12): Also incorrect; the number increased later, but not originally.

- Option 3 (14): Incorrect, as this was a later expansion.

- Option 4 (7): This is correct. There were 7 other judges besides the Chief Justice when the Supreme Court started.