The President of India has appointed new judges to Allahabad and Kerala High Courts, including the elevation of Additional Judges to Permanent Judges, strengthening the judicial system.
Judicial Appointments: Key Details
Arun Kumar, Advocate
- Appointed as Judge of the Allahabad High Court
- Brings legal experience from practice at the Bar
Justice Johnson John
- Elevated from Additional Judge to Permanent Judge
- High Court: Kerala
Justice G. U. Girish
- Elevated as Permanent Judge
- High Court: Kerala
Justice C. N. Pratheep Kumar
- Elevated as Permanent Judge
- High Court: Kerala
Constitutional Provision
The appointments are made under Article 217 of the Indian Constitution, empowering the President of India to appoint High Court judges after consultation with the Chief Justice of India, the Governor of the respective State, and the Chief Justice of the concerned High Court.
Significance of the Appointments
- Helps reduce case pendency in Allahabad and Kerala High Courts
- Adds judicial strength to deal with increasing litigation workload
- Promotes efficiency and access to justice
- Ensures timely elevation of Additional Judges, supporting judicial continuity
Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams
- Appointing Authority: President of India
- Chief Justice of a High Court Appointed by the President
- Consultation with Chief Justice of India (CJI) and Governor of the concerned state
