Which of the following is not an essential condition for appointment as a judge of the Supreme Court?

A citizen of India

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At least five years experience as judge in High Court

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Must be aged 35 years or more

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High Court Advocate for ten years

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Solution

The correct option is C Must be aged 35 years or more
The qualification required to be a judge of Supreme Court are :

Citizen of India

High Court Judge for five years OR

High Court Advocate for ten years OR

President must recognise them as a distinguished Jurist

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