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Composition of the Supreme Court

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Teacher
Teacher

Today, let's talk about the composition of the Supreme Court. It consists of the Chief Justice of India and a maximum of 33 other judges. Can anyone tell me who appoints these judges?

Student 1
Student 1

Is it the Prime Minister?

Teacher
Teacher

Good guess! But it's actually the President of India who appoints them. This ensures that there is a balance of power. Remember 'P for President, J for Judges'—a simple mnemonic to remember this.

Student 2
Student 2

What qualifications do they need to have?

Teacher
Teacher

They must be citizens of India, have at least ten years of experience as a judge or advocate, and should not be older than 65 years. So, who remembers the age limit?

Student 3
Student 3

It’s 65 years!

Teacher
Teacher

Exactly! Great job! To summarize, the Supreme Court is composed of the Chief Justice and up to 33 judges appointed by the President, with specific qualifications and an age limit.

Qualifications and Tenure of Judges

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Teacher

Now, let's dive deeper into the qualifications and tenure of the judges. Can anyone recap what the requirements are to become a Supreme Court judge?

Student 4
Student 4

They need to be citizens, have ten years of experience, and be under 65.

Teacher
Teacher

Perfect! These requirements ensure that only experienced individuals serve on the bench. What happens once they reach 65?

Student 1
Student 1

They have to retire, right?

Teacher
Teacher

Correct! They hold their position until they reach 65. And they can only be removed through impeachment. This protects their independence. Who wants to try to explain why this independence is essential?

Student 2
Student 2

It’s to ensure they can make fair judgments without political pressure!

Teacher
Teacher

Absolutely right! So, to summarize: judges need specific qualifications and can serve until 65, benefiting the judiciary's independence.

Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court

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Teacher

Let's talk about the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court. Can anyone tell me the types of jurisdiction it has?

Student 3
Student 3

Isn't there original jurisdiction?

Teacher
Teacher

Absolutely! The Supreme Court has original jurisdiction over disputes between the Government of India and states, as well as among states. What else?

Student 4
Student 4

There's also appellate jurisdiction!

Teacher
Teacher

Yes! That's when the Court hears appeals regarding civil and criminal cases from lower courts. Let's not forget advisory jurisdiction as well. What does that involve?

Student 2
Student 2

It’s when the President can seek advice from the Supreme Court on legal matters!

Teacher
Teacher

Great job! Lastly, they also handle writ jurisdiction to enforce fundamental rights. So to wrap up, the Supreme Court has original, appellate, advisory, and writ jurisdictions to safeguard justice and rights.

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The Supreme Court is the apex judicial body in India, comprising the Chief Justice and other judges, establishing qualifications, tenure, and functions essential for upholding the Constitution.

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The Supreme Court of India, the highest constitutional authority, is composed of the Chief Justice and up to 33 other judges. It mandates qualifications for judges, regulates their tenure, and plays critical roles in original, appellate, advisory, and writ jurisdictions, rendering it a guardian of fundamental rights and protector of the Constitution.

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Composition of the Supreme Court

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● Chief Justice of India (CJI) + maximum of 33 other judges
● Appointed by the President of India

Detailed Explanation

The Supreme Court is made up of the Chief Justice of India and up to 33 other judges. This composition is directed by the Constitution of India. The judges are appointed by the President of India, ensuring that this highest court in the country consists of experienced and qualified individuals.

Examples & Analogies

Think of the Supreme Court like the captain and players of a sports team. Just as a captain leads the team and the players support the game with their skills, the Chief Justice leads the Supreme Court and the other judges help in making important decisions.

Qualifications for Judges

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● Citizen of India
● At least 10 years as a High Court judge or advocate or distinguished jurist
● Should be below 65 years

Detailed Explanation

To become a judge in the Supreme Court, one must be a citizen of India and have substantial legal experience. Specifically, they should have at least ten years of experience either as a judge in a High Court, as an advocate (lawyer) in the courts, or as a jurist with distinguished credentials in law. Additionally, candidates must be younger than 65 years by the time they are appointed, ensuring a fresh perspective in the court.

Examples & Analogies

Imagine you wanted to be a coach for a youth sports team. You wouldn’t just choose anyone; you would want someone who has played professionally or has been doing this for years. The qualifications for Supreme Court judges ensure that only the most experienced and knowledgeable are appointed.

Tenure of the Judges

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● Holds office until the age of 65
● Can be removed by the process of impeachment

Detailed Explanation

Judges of the Supreme Court serve until they reach the age of 65. This ensures that they have a long enough time to contribute their knowledge and experience to the judiciary. However, they can be removed from their position through a legal process known as impeachment, which involves both the Parliament and certain legal criteria.

Examples & Analogies

Think about how a teacher might have a contract until a certain age or milestone. While they have the security of that contract, there are still rules that can lead to their removal if they don’t meet specific standards. Similarly, Supreme Court judges have security in their position, but also accountability.

Definitions & Key Concepts

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Key Concepts

  • Composition: The Supreme Court consists of the Chief Justice and up to 33 judges appointed by the President.

  • Tenure: Judges serve until the age of 65 years and can only be removed through impeachment.

  • Jurisdiction: The Supreme Court exercises original, appellate, advisory, and writ jurisdictions.

Examples & Real-Life Applications

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Examples

  • The Chief Justice of India acts as the head of the judiciary and is involved in significant ruling cases.

  • In original jurisdiction, cases like disputes between states are directly handled by the Supreme Court without going through lower courts.

Memory Aids

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🎵 Rhymes Time

  • Judges at sixty-five, legal knowledge they derive.

📖 Fascinating Stories

  • Once upon a time in a land governed by law, the wise CJI ruled alongside his qualified judges—together they ensured justice reigned until the limit of age 65.

🧠 Other Memory Gems

  • C.I.T. to remember the qualifications for judges: Citizenship, Industry experience (ten years), Top age limit (65).

🎯 Super Acronyms

JAP for remembering the roles

  • Justice
  • Appellate
  • and Protector of the Constitution.

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Glossary of Terms

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  • Term: Apex Court

    Definition:

    The highest court in the judicial hierarchy of India.

  • Term: Chief Justice of India (CJI)

    Definition:

    The head of the Supreme Court and the highest-ranking judge.

  • Term: Original Jurisdiction

    Definition:

    The authority of the Supreme Court to hear cases for the first time.

  • Term: Appellate Jurisdiction

    Definition:

    The ability of the Supreme Court to hear appeals from lower courts.

  • Term: Advisory Jurisdiction

    Definition:

    The capacity of the Supreme Court to advise the President on legal matters.

  • Term: Writ Jurisdiction

    Definition:

    The power of the Supreme Court to issue writs for the enforcement of fundamental rights.