📜 Article 219 of the Indian Constitution
Title: Oath or affirmation by Judges of High Courts
🔹 Text Summary:
Article 219 lays down that every person appointed as a High Court Judge must make and subscribe an oath or affirmation before entering office, in the prescribed form.
📌 Key Provision:
Every person appointed to be a judge of a High Court shall, before entering upon office, make and subscribe an oath or affirmation before the Governor of the State, or some person appointed by the Governor.
🧾 Form of the Oath (as per Third Schedule):
"I, [Name], having been appointed Chief Justice (or a Judge) of the High Court at [Place], do swear in the name of God (or solemnly affirm) that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the Constitution of India as by law established, that I will uphold the sovereignty and integrity of India, that I will duly and faithfully and to the best of my ability, knowledge and judgment perform the duties of my office without fear or favour, affection or ill-will and that I will uphold the Constitution and the laws."
🧠 Key Takeaways:
| 🔑 Aspect | ✅ Detail |
|---|---|
| Who takes the oath? | Judge of a High Court (including Chief Justice) |
| When? | Before entering office |
| Oath administered by | Governor of the State or someone appointed by him |
| Text of Oath | Provided in the Third Schedule of the Constitution |
| Type of Promise | Oath or Affirmation — choice of the judge |
⚖️ Related Articles:
| Article | Subject |
|---|---|
| 219 | Oath by High Court Judges |
| 217 | Appointment and conditions of HC judges |
| 214 | High Court for each State |
| 124(6) | Oath for Supreme Court Judges |
| Third Schedule | Contains the exact format of the oath |
🏛️ Real-Life Note:
Before assuming charge, every High Court judge in India is required to take this constitutional oath, ensuring their loyalty to the Constitution and commitment to justice, free from bias or pressure.
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