Indian Polity • JudiciaryEasy
Who has the power to transfer a judge from one High Court to another High Court in India?
A. Chief Justice of India
B. Prime Minister
C. President of India after consultation with the Chief Justice of India✓ Correct Answer
D. Governor of the respective state
💡 Solution & Explanation
Article 222 of the Constitution empowers the President of India to transfer a judge from one high court to another after mandatory consultation with the Chief Justice of India. This executive power ensures administrative mobility and judicial independence within the higher judiciary. The opinion of the Chief Justice of India in this consultation process holds primacy.
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