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10 August 2026

Madras High Court new judges

While the appointment of judges is a routine administrative process, the data regarding judicial vacancies and gender representation provides useful context for broader discussions on judicial infrastructure and the functioning of the judiciary.

1 min read Day 6 of 10 1 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Madras High Court administered oaths to 15 new judges by Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari.
  • Current working strength of the Madras High Court is 66 judges.
  • Sanctioned strength of the Madras High Court is 75 judges.
  • Appointments include both permanent judges and additional judges with fixed tenures.
  • Madras High Court currently has 13 women judges, the highest number among all High Courts in India.
  • The Advocate-General highlighted the persistent issue of vacancies, noting that the court has historically struggled to reach its full sanctioned strength.

Part of a longer story

This is day 6 of 10 in Supreme Court Collegium transparency and appointment process, which has been running since 29 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the constitutional provisions regarding the appointment of judges to the High Courts in India. How does the persistent issue of judicial vacancies impact the efficiency and pendency of cases in the judiciary? 150 words
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Prelims

  1. Which High Court in India currently holds the record for the highest number of women judges?

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