Supreme Court Judge Removal Process

This video tutorial explains the detailed procedure for the removal of a Supreme Court judge in India, as outlined in the Judges Inquiry Act of 1968. The process involves multiple steps, starting with a motion notice signed by a requisite number of parliament members, followed by the admission or rejection of the motion by the Speaker or Chairman. If admitted, a committee is formed to investigate the charges against the judge. The judge is given opportunities to defend themselves, and the committee submits a report to the parliament. Depending on the findings, the motion may be considered by both houses, and if adopted, an address is presented to the president for the judge's removal.

What is the unique feature of the video tutorial on the removal of Supreme Court judges?

• It provides a historical background.

• It uses animations to illustrate the procedure.

• It includes interviews with judges.

• It features a live debate.

How many members must sign a motion in the Lok Sabha to initiate the removal of a judge?

• 50 members

• 75 members

• 150 members

• 100 members

What happens if the Speaker or Chairman rejects the motion for removal?

• The judge is automatically removed.

• The motion is revised and resubmitted.

• The process ends with no further action.

• The motion is sent to a higher authority.

Who are the members of the investigation committee formed for the judge's removal?

• Three members from the Rajya Sabha

• Two judges and a distinguished jurist

• Three members from the Lok Sabha

• A panel of five legal experts

What opportunity is given to the judge after the charges are framed?

• A chance to appeal to the President

• A public hearing

• A written statement of defense

• A media interview

What can the committee do after reviewing the judge's written statement?

• Refer the case to the Supreme Court

• Immediately remove the judge

• Amend the charges

• Dismiss the charges

What is the next step if the committee finds the judge not guilty?

• The case is sent to the President.

• The process ends with no further action.

• The judge is given a warning.

• The judge is suspended.

What majority is required in both houses of Parliament to pass the motion for removal?

• Special majority

• Absolute majority

• Unanimous vote

• Simple majority

What happens if both houses of Parliament adopt the motion for removal?

• An address is presented to the President.

• The judge is given a final warning.

• The motion is sent to the Supreme Court.

• The judge is immediately removed.

What is the final step in the removal procedure of a Supreme Court judge?

• The judge is transferred to another court.

• The case is reviewed by the Supreme Court.

• The President issues a removal order.

• The judge is publicly reprimanded.