Question

q. Which of the following provisions in the constitution ensures independence of the judiciary in India?

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

• A.
  1 and 2 only
• B.
  1 and 3 only
• C.
  2 and 3 only
• D.
  1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer 1

The correct option is D

1, 2, 3 and 4
Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Expenses of the Supreme Court are charged on the consolidated fund of India. This minimises interference of the parliament and thus, ensures the independence of the judiciary.

Statement 2 is correct: Ban on practice after retirement ensures that the future career of the judges after retirement is not dependent on the executive or legislature or any other entity, which can ask for favour during the tenure of a judge.

Statement 3 is correct: Power to punish for contempt of court equips the court to get its verdicts enforced.

Statement 4 is correct: Removal of the judges by the complex process of impeachment makes it difficult for the legislature to easily remove the judges. Thus, ensures the independence of the judiciary.