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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

भारतीय सर्वोच्च न्यायालय का गठन किस आधार पर हुआ?

Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of India?

किस संविधान संशोधन ने निर्वाचन प्रणाली में सुधार किया?

Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Right under the Indian Constitution?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the protection of rights of minorities?

भारतीय संविधान में नागरिकों के मौलिक अधिकार किस दस्तावेज़ में वर्णित हैं?

Who among the following is known as the "Father of the Nation" in India?

Who was the first President of India?

संविधान संशोधन के लिए मतदान कितनी बार किया जाता है?

निर्वाचन आयोग के अध्यक्ष का चयन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?