Constitution of India · Section Article 216
Constitution of High Courts
Article 216 — Constitution of High Courts
Chief Justice and such other Judges as the President may from time to time deem it necessary to appoint. * * * * *
Plain English Summary
This article gives the President the power to decide who should be appointed as the Chief Justice and other judges for the High Courts across India. It establishes the constitutional framework for setting up and staffing these important judicial bodies.
Key Points
- The President has the authority to appoint the Chief Justice and other necessary judges for High Courts.
- This article deals with the constitution and appointment process of High Courts.
- It outlines the mechanism by which the judiciary's leadership in the High Courts is determined.
Why It Matters
This article ensures that the highest judicial positions in the state level (High Courts) are filled through a constitutional process overseen by the President, ensuring judicial independence.
Landmark Judgements
No major landmark judgements.