The removal of a judge of the Supreme Court by an order of the President, passed after an address by each House of Parliament on the ground of proved misbehaviour or incapacity, is provided for in which clause of Article 124 of the Constitution of India?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Article 124(4)
Article 124(4) says a judge of the Supreme Court can be removed only by an order of the President, passed after an address by each House of Parliament, supported by a majority of its total membership and two-thirds of the members present and voting, on the ground of proved misbehaviour or incapacity.
Why the other options are incorrect
Option (1) Article 124(1) — Incorrect. It establishes the Supreme Court, with a Chief Justice and other judges.
Option (2) Article 124(2) — Incorrect. It deals with the appointment of judges by the President and their tenure up to 65 years.
Option (3) Article 124(3) — Incorrect. It lays down the qualifications for appointment as a judge of the Supreme Court.