What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the Supreme Court of India

2012

What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the Supreme Court of India?
1. While appointing the Supreme Court Judges, the President of India has to consult the Chief Justice of India.
2. The Supreme Court Judges can be removed by the Chief Justice of India only.
3. The salaries of the Judges are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India to which the legislature does not have to vote.
4. All appointments of officers and staff of the Supreme Court of India are made by the Government only after consulting the Chief Justice of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)

1 and 3 only

(b)

3 and 4 only

(c)

4 only

(d)

1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer:

(a)

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Explanation

Statement 1 is correct: The President appoints Supreme Court judges after consulting the Chief Justice of India. Statement 2 is incorrect: Supreme Court judges can only be removed by the President after an address by Parliament. Statement 3 is correct: The salaries and expenses of Supreme Court judges are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India. Statement 4 is incorrect: The Chief Justice appoints officers and staff of the Supreme Court independently.