Q. By which constitutional mechanism can a judge of the Supreme Court of India be removed from office before their tenure ends?

  • (A) By the Chief Justice of India single-handedly
  • (B) By the President of India acting on a resolution passed by Parliament
  • (C) By the Prime Minister on advice of the Council of Ministers
  • (D) By a public referendum monitored by the Election Commission
βœ… Correct Answer: (B) By the President of India acting on a resolution passed by Parliament
Explanation: Under Article 124(4) of the Constitution, a Supreme Court judge can only be removed by an order of the President passed after an address by each House of Parliament supported by a special majority on grounds of proved misbehavior or incapacity.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Under Article 124(4) of the Constitution, a Supreme Court judge can only be removed by an order of the President passed after an address by each House of Parliament supported by a special majority on grounds of proved misbehavior or incapacity.

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