Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The salaries, allowances, privileges, leave and pension of the judges of a high court are determined from time to time by the state legislature.
2.The retired chief justice and judges are entitled to 50% of their last drawn salary as monthly pension.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation: The salaries, allowances, privileges, leave and pension of the judges of a high court are determined from time to time by Parliament.
- They cannot be varied to their disadvantage after their appointment except during a financial emergency.
- The retired chief justice and judges are entitled to 50% of their last drawn salary as monthly pension.
Source: Laxmikanth
