Supreme Court: Oath, Salary and Tenure of Judges

Oaths or Affirmations

  • A person appointed as a judge of the Supreme Court, before entering upon his office, has to make and subscribe to an oath or affirmation before the President.

Salaries and Allowances Determined

  • The salaries, allowances, privileges, leave and pension of the judges of the Supreme Court are determined from time to time by the Parliament.

Tenure of Judges

  • The Constitution has not fixed the tenure of a judge of the Supreme Court. However, it makes the following three provisions in this regard:
    • He holds office until he attains the age of 65 years. Any question regarding his age is to be determined by such authority and in such a manner as provided by Parliament.
    • He can resign his office by writing to the President.
    • He can be removed from his office by the President on the recommendation of the Parliament.

 

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