Supreme Court Collegium Recommends New Chief Justices for Meghalaya, Patna, and Manipur High Courts
The Supreme Court Collegium, led by the Chief Justice of India, has recommended the appointment of regular Chief Justices for three High Courts. Justice Soumen Sen of the Calcutta High Court has been recommended as the Chief Justice of the Meghalaya High Court. Justice P.B. Bajanthri, currently the Acting Chief Justice of the Patna High Court, is recommended for the permanent position. Additionally, Justice M. Sundar of the Madras High Court has been recommended to lead the Manipur High Court. These recommendations are part of the ongoing process to fill judicial vacancies and ensure efficient functioning of state-level judiciary.
Key Points
- The SC Collegium is the body responsible for the appointment and transfer of judges in the higher judiciary.
- Recommendations were made for the High Courts of Meghalaya, Patna, and Manipur.
- The process involves the senior-most judges of the Supreme Court making selections based on seniority and merit.
- These appointments are crucial for the efficient functioning of the state-level judiciary.
Exam Facts
- Head of the Collegium: Chief Justice of India.
- High Courts mentioned: Meghalaya, Patna, Manipur.
- Justice Soumen Sen recommended for: Meghalaya High Court.
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