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BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 106

The authority to determine the number of judges in a High Court rests with:

  1. The President
  2. The Chief Minister of the State
  3. The Prime Minister
  4. The Parliament
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Answer: (A) The President

Explanation

Unlike the Supreme Court (fixed by Parliament), the strength of each High Court is determined by the President.

  • (A) Correct

    Correct: the President fixes HC judge strength from time to time.

  • (B) Incorrect

    Wrong: not the CM.

  • (C) Incorrect

    Wrong: not the PM.

  • (D) Incorrect

    Wrong: Parliament fixes the Supreme Court's strength, not HCs'.