As of 7 November 2026, what is the total sanctioned strength of judges of the Delhi High Court,…
The Delhi High Court’s sanctioned strength is 60 judges: 45 permanent posts plus 15 additional posts. Sanctioned strength is the authorised number of posts, not the number…
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As of 7 November 2026, what is the total sanctioned strength of judges of the Delhi High Court, including permanent and additional posts?
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Correct answer C
The Delhi High Court’s sanctioned strength is 60 judges: 45 permanent posts plus 15 additional posts. Sanctioned strength is the authorised number of posts, not the number of judges actually serving.
Option feedback
Option A
Forty-five is only the permanent-judge component.
Option B
Fifty does not equal 45 permanent plus 15 additional posts.
Option C
Sixty equals the sanctioned 45 permanent and 15 additional judicial posts.
Option D
Fifty-five is five below the sanctioned total.
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