How are ad hoc judges appointed in India and what is the current status of prospective names
Understanding the process of appointing ad hoc judges and the role of High Courts in the selection.
- In India, ad hoc judges are appointed by High Courts to help manage their workload during peak times or when there is a shortage of regular judges.
- The High Courts select ad hoc judges based on their expertise and experience in the legal field.
- The Chief Justice of the High Court consults with the Governor of the state and the Chief Justice of the respective High Court to finalize the appointment of ad hoc judges.
- The process of appointing ad hoc judges is transparent and follows the procedure laid down by the Constitution of India and relevant laws.
- As of now, there is no specific information available regarding the current status of prospective names for ad hoc judges in India.
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