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Removal of Judges: Procedure and Debates

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Judges of the Supreme Court or High Courts can be removed by the President on proven misbehavior or incapacity, via a parliamentary process (Articles 124(4), 217). The Judges (Inquiry) Act outlines an intricate motion requiring special majorities in both Houses. Impeachment is rare: only a few attempts have ever been made. Critics argue the procedure is too cumbersome, possibly shielding misconduct. Others say it upholds judicial independence by preventing frivolous attacks. Alternate proposals involve independent commissions for judicial accountability. Understanding this reflects the tension between safeguarding judicial independence and ensuring accountability within India’s apex courts.

Practice Questions

संसद के अध्यक्ष को किस नाम से जाना जाता है?

वरिष्ठ न्यायाधीशों के चयन में किस समिति का योगदान होता है?

What is the role of the Election Commission of India?

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Indian Constitution?

संसद कार्यवाही की समय सीमा किस अनुच्छेद में उल्लिखित है?

न्यायिक समीक्षा का सिद्धांत किसके द्वारा समर्थित है?

Which of the following is a power of the Vice President of India?

अधिकारों की गारंटी किस अनुच्छेद के माध्यम से दी गई है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the impeachment of the President?

संसद सदस्यों का वेतन का निर्धारण किसकी स्वीकृति से होता है?