Indian Politics - Study Mode
[#696] Who appoits the judges of the Supreme Court of India?
Correct Answer
(A) President
Explanation
Solution: According to Article-124(2), judges of Supreme Court are appointed by President after consultation with such number of judges of Supreme Court and of High Courts as President may deem necessary and shall hold office till the age of 65 years. In appointment of a Judge other than Chief Justice, the Chief Justice of India shall always be consulted.
[#697] What is the retirement age. of the judge of Supreme Court?
Correct Answer
(D) 65 years
Explanation
Solution: According to Article-124(2), judges of Supreme Court are appointed by President after consultation with such number of judges of Supreme Court and of High Courts as President may deem necessary and shall hold office till the age of 65 years. In appointment of a Judge other than Chief Justice, the Chief Justice of India shall always be consulted.
[#698] District Judge is under the control of-
Correct Answer
(B) High Court
Explanation
Solution: According to provision under Article-235, District Judge, who is responsible for justice at district level through sub-ordinate courts, are under administrative control of High Court of the concerned state.
[#699] High Court of Andaman and Nicobar Island is located in which state of India?
Correct Answer
(B) West Bengal
Explanation
Solution: Andaman and Nicobar Islands come under the legal jurisdiction of Kolkata High Court. There are only 24 High Courts for States and 1 Union Territories. Sometimes more than one state and UT comes within jurisdiction of single High Court.
[#700] Who has the power to decide on an election petition for any state-
Correct Answer
(C) High Court
Explanation
Solution: Any election petition regarding election may be presented on one or more grounds mentioned under Section-100 and 101 of Representation of People Act, 1951, to the High Court. It can be filed by any candidate or elector within forty-five days from the date of election.