Q. Consider the following statements about the constitutional provisions safeguarding the independence of the Supreme Court of India:
1. The salaries and allowances of the judges are not subjected to the vote of the Parliament.
2. Parliament cannot discuss the conduct of the judges under any condition.
3. The judiciary has the power to penalize those who are found guilty of Contempt of Court.
How many of the above given statements are correct?
Exp) Option b is the correct answer.
The Indian Constitution has ensured the independence of the judiciary through a number of measures.
Statement 1 is correct: The judiciary is not financially dependent on either the executive or legislature. The Constitution provides that the salaries and allowances of the judges are not subjected to the approval of the legislature. The salaries, allowances and pensions of the judges are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Parliament cannot discuss the conduct of the judges except when the proceeding to remove a judge is being carried out.
Statement 3 is correct: The judiciary has the power to penalise those who are found guilty of contempt of court. The Supreme Court can punish any person for its contempt.
