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Which one is NOT a qualification for appointment as a High Court Judge?

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Which one is NOT a qualification for appointment as a High Court Judge?
  1. Citizen of India
  2. Practising Advocate for 5 years
  3. Practising Advocate for 10 years
  4. Judicial officer of 10 years standing

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: B - Practising Advocate for 5 years
Article 217(2) requires a High Court judge to be a citizen and either a judicial officer for 10 years or an advocate of a High Court for 10 years. Practising for only 5 years is not a qualification.

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