The Chief Justice of India administered the oath of office to Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra and senior advocate KV Viswanathan as judges of the Supreme Court on Friday.
Full Bench Strength
With these new appointments, the Supreme Court is now at its full bench strength. Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud administered the oath of office to Chief Justice of Andhra Pradesh High Court Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra and senior advocate Kalpathy Venkataraman Viswanathan at the apex court’s auditorium.
Distinguished Appointments
Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra, who primarily belongs to Chhattisgarh High Court, becomes the first judge from there to be appointed to the Supreme Court. According to the seniority list of judges, Justice Viswanathan is set to become the Chief Justice of India in 2030, succeeding Justice JB Pardiwala.
Presidential Appointment
The office of President Droupadi Murmu issued the warrant for the appointment of Justice Mishra and Justice Viswanathan as Supreme Court judges.
These appointments mark a significant moment in the judiciary, ensuring the court’s continued function and upholding justice in the nation.
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