Practice Composition (3.8.1) - The Judiciary

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Question 1.
Who is the head of a High Court?
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Think about who presides over a court.
Question 2.
How are High Court judges appointed?
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Consider who has the authority to appoint judges.
3Question 3.
Who appoints the judges of the High Court?
- The Chief Justice
- The President
- The Prime Minister
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Think about who has the authority to make such appointments.
4Question 4.
True or False: The Chief Justice of a High Court is also the head of the Supreme Court.
- True
- False
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Consider the hierarchy of courts.
Question 5.
Consider a scenario where a High Court judge is involved in a controversy. Discuss how the appointment and removal processes are designed to maintain judicial independence in such cases.
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Consider how this process protects judges from political pressures.
Question 6.
Analyze the role of the Chief Justice in balancing the caseload of a High Court and ensuring fair trials.
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Think about the Chief Justice's leadership role in managing court operations.

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