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ICSE Class 10 History & Civics Question 9 of 12

The Supreme Court — Question 2

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Question 2

The independence of the judiciary is necessary in a federal democratic set-up. In this context, describe the part played by the following:

(a) Security of Tenure of Office.

(b) Security of Salary and Allowances of the Judges.

(c) Power to punish for Contempt of itself.

Answer

(a) A Judge can remain in office till he has attained the age of 65 years. He can be removed by the President on the ground of "proved misbehaviour or incapacity."

(b) Judges' salaries, allowances, etc., shall not be changed to their disadvantage during their term of office. The salaries of the Judges cannot be reduced except during periods of financial emergency. Their salaries and allowances are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India and so are not subject to vote of Parliament.

(c) The Supreme Court can punish for the contempt of court if a person or authority makes an attempt to lower its authority.