357 High Court Judge Posts Vacant; 219 Proposals From HC Collegiums Being Processed: Union Law Ministry In Rajya Sabha

The Union Law Ministry reported that there are 357 vacant High Court judge positions in India, with 219 proposals from High Court collegiums having been processed. These figures highlight the critical need for judicial appointments and reflect ongoing efforts to fill the gaps in the judiciary. The data underscores both the backlog in filling judicial vacancies and the Ministry's active engagement in addressing these vacancies to ensure the efficient functioning of the judiciary. The processing of these proposals is a crucial step towards maintaining the judicial system's effectiveness and ensuring timely justice delivery.