What is the significance of Article 376 in the Indian Constitution?
The significance of Article 376 in the Indian Constitution is that it provides for the continuation of service and the preservation of rights for judges of High Courts in provinces immediately before the commencement of the constitution. These judges are to become judges of the corresponding State's High Court, with their salaries, allowances, leave of absence, and pensions continuing to be governed by Article 221. The article also allows such judges to be eligible for appointment as Chief Justice or other Judge in any High Court, regardless of their citizenship status.