Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Legal Studies

Chapter

Judiciary

Question:
The Indian Constitution mentions the method of appointment of which of the following judges?
Options:
Only Supreme Court
Only High Court
Both Supreme Court and High Court
Supreme Court, High courts as well as district courts
Correct Answer:
Supreme Court, High courts as well as district courts
Explanation:
The method of appointment of judges at the Supreme Court, High Court and District Courts has been enshrined in the Constitution of India. According to Article 124 of the Constitution, 'every judge of the Supreme Court shall be appointed by the President after consultation with such of the Judges of the Supreme Court and of the High Courts in the States, as the President may deem necessary'. The Article also provides that in case of appointment of a judge other than the Chief Justice of India, the Chief Justice must be consulted.