Appointment and Removal of Judges

Who is traditionally appointed as the Chief Justice of India?

• The judge with the highest number of cases

• The judge with the most experience

• The senior-most judge of the Supreme Court

• The youngest judge of the Supreme Court

Answer explanation

The Chief Justice of India is traditionally appointed from among the judges of the Supreme Court, specifically the senior-most judge, ensuring experience and leadership in the judiciary.

What is required for the removal of a judge from the Supreme Court?

• Approval from the Chief Justice

• Proven misbehaviour or incapacity

• A simple majority in Parliament

• A recommendation from the President

Answer explanation

Removal of a Supreme Court judge requires proven misbehaviour or incapacity, ensuring that only serious issues lead to such a significant action, rather than arbitrary decisions.

What role does the Council of Ministers play in the appointment of judges?

• They recommend judges to the President

• They have no role in the appointment process

• They approve the recommended names from the Chief Justice

• They conduct interviews for the judges

Answer explanation

The Council of Ministers plays a crucial role in the judicial appointment process by approving the names recommended by the Chief Justice, ensuring a collaborative approach in selecting judges.

What must happen for an impeachment motion against a judge to proceed?

• It must be signed by the President

• It must be approved by special majority in both Houses of Parliament

• It must be supported by the Chief Justice

• It must be approved by a simple majority

Answer explanation

For an impeachment motion against a judge to proceed, it must be approved by a special majority in both Houses of Parliament, ensuring a significant consensus for such a serious action.

What principle has the Supreme Court established in making recommendations for appointments?

• Collegiality

• Random selection

• Public voting

• Merit-based selection

Answer explanation

The Supreme Court has established the principle of collegiality in making recommendations for appointments, emphasizing collaborative decision-making among justices rather than random selection, public voting, or solely merit-based criteria.