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Shortly explain the role of the President in appointing judges of the Supreme Court.

medium 3 marks Class 8 · Social and Political Life · The Indian Constitution
Answer
The President appoints Supreme Court judges on the advice of the collegium consisting of the Chief Justice and senior judges.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Step 1: Identify the appointment authority – the President.
  2. Step 2: Recognize the advice mechanism – the collegium.
  3. Step 3: Note that the President acts on the collegium’s recommendation.
  4. Step 4: State the outcome – appointment of judges.
Common mistake: Thinking the President appoints judges without any advice or that the Parliament does.

Concept tested: Appointment of Supreme Court judges

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