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INDEPENDENCE OF HIGH COURT‌

The independence of a high court is very essential for the effective discharge of the duties assigned to it. It should be free from the encroachments, pressures and interferences of the executive (council of ministers) and the legislature. It should be allowed to do justice without fear or favour.

The Constitution has made the following provisions to safeguard and ensure the independent and impartial functioning of a high court.

 

1. Mode of Appointment2. Security of Tenure3. Fixed Service Conditions4. Expenses Charged on ConsoIidated Fund5. Conduct of Judges cannot be Discussed6. Ban on Practice after Retirement7. Power to Punish for its Contempt8. Freedom to Appoint its Staff9. Its Jurisdiction cannot be CurtaiIed10. Separation from Executive

  

 

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