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    A motion for removal of a judge of the Supreme Court of India has to be passed by:
    Question

    A motion for removal of a judge of the Supreme Court of India has to be passed by:

    A.

    A simple majority of the lower House of the Parliament.

    B.

    A two-third majority of the upper House of the Parliament.

    C.

    A majority of the total membership of each House.

    D.

    A majority of the total membership in each House and by a majority of not less than two-thirds of that House present and voting.

    Correct option is D

    Ans. (d)
    A judge of the Supreme Court of India can be removed through a motion passed by:
    1. A majority of the total membership of each House; and
    2. A majority of not less than two-thirds of the members present and voting in each House of Parliament.
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    1. Grounds for Removal: Proven misbehavior or incapacity under Article 124(4) of the Constitution.
    2. The process involves:
    · Investigation by a judicial committee.
    · Adoption of the motion by both Houses of Parliament.
    3. Removal of judges is a rare occurrence in India.

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