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The Union Judiciary The Supreme Court

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Card 1Need for Judiciary

Why is an independent judiciary necessary in a federation?

Answer

An independent judiciary is necessary because it gives a fair interpretation of the Constitution and settles disputes between the Union and the States. It also helps protect the federal system by chec

Card 2Structure of Judiciary

What is meant by India having a single integrated judicial hierarchy?

Answer

It means all courts in India form one unified system, with lower courts subordinate to higher courts and the Supreme Court at the top. This is different from the USA, where separate federal and state

Card 3Supreme Court Role

Why is the Supreme Court called the highest court of appeal in India?

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It is called the highest court of appeal because decisions from lower courts can finally be brought before it, and its declared laws are binding on all courts in India.

Card 4Supreme Court History

Supreme Court of India

Answer

The Supreme Court of India is the highest court in the country and a legacy of the Federal Court of India constituted under the Government of India Act of 1935. Earlier, decisions of the Federal Court

Card 5Supreme Court Powers

What does it mean when the laws declared by the Supreme Court are binding on all courts?

Answer

It means every court in India must follow the legal principles laid down by the Supreme Court. This gives uniformity in the justice system and keeps the law consistent across the country.

Card 6Composition

How many judges does the Supreme Court currently have?

Answer

The Supreme Court currently consists of the Chief Justice and 33 other judges, making 34 judges in total.

Card 7Composition

How did the number of Supreme Court judges change over time?

Answer

In 1950, the number of judges was 12. In 1977, it was raised to 18 including the Chief Justice. Later it was raised to 26 and then to 31. The current total is 34 including the Chief Justice.

Card 8Qualifications

What are the qualifications for becoming a Judge of the Supreme Court?

Answer

A person must be a citizen of India. A person may also qualify by serving as a High Court Judge for at least five years, or as an advocate of a High Court for at least ten years, or by being a disting

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