Chief Justice acting in administrative capacity — UPSC Prelims PYQ 1996

When the Chief Justice of a High Court acts in an administrative capacity, he is subject to:

1. The writ jurisdiction of other judges of the High Court
2. Special control by the Chief Justice of India
3. Discretionary powers of the Governor
4. Special powers of the Chief Minister

Explanation

Option (a) is correct

• When the Chief Justice of a High Court performs administrative functions (such as transfers, postings, or disciplinary matters), those actions are not beyond judicial review. Other judges of the same High Court can examine such administrative decisions under the High Court’s writ jurisdiction.

Answer: (a) The writ jurisdiction of other judges of the High Court