Q. With reference to the impeachment process for judges in India, consider the following statements:
1.The term “impeachment” is explicitly mentioned in the Constitution for the removal of judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts.
2.A judge can be removed only on grounds of proved misbehaviour or incapacity.
3.The motion for removal must be passed by a simple majority in both Houses of Parliament.
4.The final order for removal of a judge is issued by the President of India.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is incorrect: The word “impeachment” is not explicitly mentioned in the Constitution for judges; it is a commonly used term.
- Statement 2 is correct: Judges can be removed only on grounds of proved misbehaviour or incapacity.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: The motion must be passed by a special majority in both Houses — absolute majority and two-thirds of members present and voting.
- Statement 4 is correct: The President of India issues the final order of removal after both Houses pass the motion.
Source- IE
