Who has the authority to transfer a judge from one High Court to another?

Prime Minister

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Chief Justice of India

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President

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Chief Minister

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Solution

The correct option is B President

The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.

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