2022 · Q75
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the appointment of District Judges?
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- AThey are appointed by the Chief Justice of the concerned High Court.
- BThey are appointed by the President of India on the advice of the Chief Justice of the concerned High Court.
- CThey are appointed by the Governor in consultation with the High Court of the concerned State.
- DThey are appointed by the Supreme Court on the advice of the concerned High Court.
Explanation
Under Article 233 of the Constitution, District Judges are appointed by the Governor of the State in consultation with the High Court exercising jurisdiction in that State. They are not appointed by the Chief Justice alone (option A), by the President (option B), or by the Supreme Court (option D). Hence option C.