In a first, Supreme Court to have 3 Dalit judges as Centre clears name

Currently holding the position of Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court, Justice Varale's appointment is made under the powers granted by clause (2) of Article 124 of the Constitution of India.

The notification stated that the President, in exercising these powers, is pleased to appoint Justice Prasarma Bhalachandra Varale as a Supreme Court Judge, effective from the date he assumes the responsibilities of the office.

"In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (2) of Article 124 of the Constitution of India, the President is pleased to appoint Shri Justice Prasarma Bhalachandra Varale, Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court, to be a Judge of the Supreme Court of India, with effect from the date he assumes charge of his office," a law ministry notification read.