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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

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

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख की उत्तराधिकार प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद में वर्णित है?

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Indian federal system?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the President’s power to dissolve the Lok Sabha?

संसद कार्यवाही की समय सीमा किस अनुच्छेद में उल्लिखित है?

संसदीय प्रश्न सत्र के दौरान प्रश्नों के उत्तर कौन देता है?

Which of the following is an essential feature of a federal system?

Which of the following provisions is related to the emergency powers of the President of India?

Which article of the Indian Constitution mentions the procedure for amendment?

राष्ट्रपति की नियुक्ति में किस संस्था का योगदान महत्वपूर्ण होता है?