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Who appoints the chief justice and other judges of the Supreme Court of India?

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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
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President

Supreme Court Judges Appointment Authority

The appointment process for the highest judicial bodies in India is clearly defined in the Constitution.

Appointing Authority for Supreme Court Judges

The Constitution of India outlines the procedure for appointing judges to the Supreme Court.

  • Chief Justice and Other Judges: The President of India is constitutionally empowered to appoint the Chief Justice of India as well as other judges of the Supreme Court. This process is detailed under Article 124(2) of the Constitution.
  • Consultation: While the President makes the final appointment, the process involves consultation. For appointing the Chief Justice, the President consults judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts deemed necessary. For appointing other judges, consultation with the Chief Justice of India is mandatory, along with advice from other judges as the President considers appropriate.

Therefore, the ultimate authority for appointing the Chief Justice and other judges of the Supreme Court rests with the President.

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