What are the powers of Supreme Court of India?
At the apex of the entire judicial system is the Supreme Court of India. The Supreme Court originally consisted of a Chief Justice and seven other judges. In 1985 the strength was increased, it comprises of the Chief Justice and not more than 25 other judges. Appointment The Chief Justice is appointed by the President in consultation with such other judges of the Supreme Court and High Court as he may deem necessary. Convention dictates the appointment of the senior most judges of the Supreme Court as Chief Justice. In the case of other judges the President appoints them after consulting the Chief Justice of India also. In reality the Cabinet deliberates upon the opinion of the Chief Justice and advises the President about the person to be appointed. A judge takes his oath of office before the President or someone appointed by the President for the purpose. Qualifications To be appointed a Judge of the Supreme Court a person must be (1) a citizen of India and (ii) either a distinguishe
