Polity question from Naib Tehsildar exam, 2018 by JKSSB
As per J&K Constitution, every person appointed to be a Judge of the High Court shall, before he enters upon his office, make and subscribe oath before
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option C —
The Governor of the state or some person appointed in that behalf by him
While this might feel like a "trick" question given the significant legal changes in recent years, here is the breakdown of why this was the rule under the J&K Constitution and how it stands today.
The Historical Context
Under the Constitution of Jammu and Kashmir (1956), specifically Section 97, every person appointed to be a Judge of the High Court was required to make and subscribe an oath or affirmation before the Governor (or a person appointed by them) before entering office.
The Modern Shift
It is important to note that the J&K Constitution was abolished following the abrogation of Article 370 and the passage of the J&K Reorganisation Act, 2019.
Current Status: Since October 31, 2019, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh are Union Territories.
The Rule Now: High Court Judges now take their oath under the Constitution of India (Article 219). Interestingly, the procedure remains largely the same: the oath is administered by the Governor (or, in the case of a Union Territory, the Lieutenant Governor) or their appointee.
Answer verified by Quintessence Classes faculty — Karan Nagar, Srinagar.
