Indian Judiciary System Overview
12 Questions
1 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Who appoints the Judges of the Supreme Court?

The President

What is the tenure of a Judge of the Supreme Court?

A Judge holds office until the age of 65 or by submitting resignation to the President.

How can the salaries and allowances of a Judge be changed?

Salaries and allowances cannot be changed to the Judge's disadvantage except during a financial emergency.

Under what circumstances can a Supreme Court Judge be removed by the President?

<p>If found guilty of misconduct, incapacity, acting against the Constitution, or misusing power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what ways does the Constitution ensure the independence of the judiciary?

<p>By consulting Senior Judges, protecting salaries/perks, allowing freedom in announcing decisions, and more.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What restrictions are there for Judges of the Supreme Court after retirement?

<p>They cannot practice in any Indian Court.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Supreme Court in the Indian Judiciary system?

<p>It supervises and exercises control over the functioning of other courts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many Judges are currently in the Supreme Court of India?

<p>33 Judges and a Chief Justice of India.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to increase the number of Judges in the Supreme Court?

<p>The Parliament.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the qualifications required to be appointed as a Judge in the Supreme Court?

<p>Citizen of India, experience as a High Court Judge for 5 years, or Advocate for 10 years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?

<p>The President of India.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the Chief Justice of India is unable to perform duties?

<p>The President may appoint another Judge of the Supreme Court as acting Chief Justice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

More Like This

Indian Judiciary System Overview
6 questions
Indian Judiciary Overview
18 questions
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser