Composition and Appointment of High Court Judges

High Courts are the principal judicial bodies at the state level and are established under Article 214 of the Constitution. Each High Court is headed by a Chief Justice, and its judges are appointed by the President of India in consultation with the Chief Justice of the High Court and other senior judges. The process is designed to ensure that only individuals with high legal acumen and integrity are appointed.

In simple language, the appointment process aims to select the best legal minds to administer justice at the state level. Recent discussions in the media have focused on the need for transparency and fairness in this process, especially when there are controversies over judicial appointments.

This rigorous process helps maintain the quality of the judiciary and ensures that High Courts are well-equipped to handle the legal challenges of their respective states.