Polity question from Naib Tehsildar exam, 2018 by JKSSB
As per section 99 under Part VII of J&K Constitution, a Judge of the High Court may resign his office by writing under his hand addressed to
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option C —
The President of India
Why the President?
Although the High Court operates within a State (or now a Union Territory), Judges of the High Court are part of the higher judiciary of India. Under Section 99 of the J&K Constitution (and similarly under Article 217 of the Indian Constitution), the President is the appointing authority; therefore, the resignation must be addressed to the President.
Summary of Resignation/Removal Authorities Position Addressed To High Court Judge The President of India Governor / Lt. Governor The President of India Chief Minister The Governor / Lt. Governor Advocate General The Governor / Lt. Governor
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