Judicial Appointments in Focus
President Appoints Permanent Judges in Kerala and Allahabad High Courts: The President of India, exercising powers under the Constitution of India, has appointed new judges to the Allahabad High Court and Kerala High Court. These appointments include the elevation of three Additional Judges to the position of Permanent Judges, a move aimed at strengthening the judicial system.
Key Appointments
Arun Kumar, an Advocate, has been appointed as a Judge of the Allahabad High Court, bringing rich legal expertise from practice at the Bar.
In the Kerala High Court, Justice Johnson John, Justice G U Girish, and Justice C N Pratheep Kumar have been elevated from Additional Judges to Permanent Judges. This ensures continuity and stability in the judicial system.
Constitutional Framework
Appointments to the High Courts are governed by Article 217 of the Constitution of India. The President of India makes these appointments in consultation with the Chief Justice of India (CJI), the Governor of the respective State, and the Chief Justice of the concerned High Court.
Static GK fact: The first High Court in India was established at Calcutta in 1862, followed by High Courts at Bombay and Madras.
Importance of Judicial Strengthening
The elevation of judges is a critical step in reducing case pendency in the courts. The Allahabad High Court, one of the largest in the country, and the Kerala High Court, known for its efficiency, will both benefit from increased judicial strength.
Static GK fact: The Allahabad High Court was established in 1866 and has jurisdiction over Uttar Pradesh, the most populous state in India.
Collegium and Appointment Process
The recommendations for appointments come from the Collegium system, which includes the Chief Justice of India and senior judges of the Supreme Court. Once approved, the appointments are formally notified by the President of India.
Static GK fact: The Collegium system evolved through the Second Judges Case (1993) and the Third Judges Case (1998).
Broader Significance
The appointments highlight the commitment to filling judicial vacancies on time and ensuring merit-based selections. They reinforce judicial continuity, promote access to justice, and improve efficiency in case disposal.
Static GK Tip: The Supreme Court of India currently has a sanctioned strength of 34 judges, including the Chief Justice of India.
Static Usthadian Current Affairs Table
President Appoints Permanent Judges in Kerala and Allahabad High Courts:
| Topic | Detail |
| Appointing Authority | President of India |
| Key Constitutional Article | Article 217 of the Constitution |
| Consultation Required | CJI, Governor, Chief Justice of concerned High Court |
| New Appointment | Arun Kumar as Judge, Allahabad High Court |
| Kerala High Court Elevations | Justice Johnson John, Justice G U Girish, Justice C N Pratheep Kumar |
| Purpose of Appointments | Reduce pendency and strengthen judiciary |
| First High Court in India | Calcutta High Court, 1862 |
| Allahabad High Court | Established in 1866, covers Uttar Pradesh |
| Collegium System Origin | Second Judges Case (1993) and Third Judges Case (1998) |
| Current Supreme Court Strength | 34 judges including CJI |
