Part VI · CHAPTER V.—THE HIGH COURTS IN THE STATES
Article 216 Constitution of High Courts.
In force
This article fixes the composition of a High Court. Every High Court has a Chief Justice and other Judges. The number is what the President deems necessary from time to time. The sanction of the Chief Justice of India is required for appointments beyond a ceiling fixed by law.
- Every High Court shall consist of a Chief Justice and such other Judges as the President may from time to time deem it necessary to appoint. 3* * * * *
What it means
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This article fixes the composition of a High Court. Every High Court has a Chief Justice and other Judges. The number is what the President deems necessary from time to time. The sanction of the Chief Justice of India is required for appointments beyond a ceiling fixed by law.