Article 124 of CoI : Article 124: Establishment and constitution of the Supreme Court.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Appointment of a Supreme Court Judge

Situation: Mr. Arvind Kumar has been a judge in the Delhi High Court for 6 years. He is known for his integrity and has a commendable record of judgments.

Application of the Act:

• According to Article 124(3)(a), Mr. Arvind Kumar qualifies for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court because he has been a judge of a High Court for more than five years.
• The National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) recommends Mr. Kumar for the position.
• The President of India, following the recommendation of the NJAC, appoints Mr. Kumar as a Judge of the Supreme Court by issuing a warrant under his hand and seal.
• Mr. Kumar will hold office until he attains the age of sixty-five years, as per Article 124(2).

Example 2:

Scenario: Resignation of a Supreme Court Judge

Situation: Justice Meera Sharma, a sitting judge of the Supreme Court, decides to resign due to personal reasons.

Application of the Act:

• As per Article 124(2) proviso (a), Justice Meera Sharma can resign from her position.
• She writes a resignation letter under her hand addressed to the President of India.
• Upon receiving...

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