Correct option is A
The pair "Appointment of acting Chief Justice - Article 124" is not correctly matched. Article 124 of the Indian Constitution deals with the establishment and appointment of Judges of the Supreme Court, including the Chief Justice of India, but does not specifically address the appointment of an acting Chief Justice. The provision for an acting Chief Justice is covered under Article 126.
Explanation of Correctly Matched Options:
1. (b) Appointment of ad hoc Judges - Article 127:
· Correct. Article 127 provides for the appointment of ad hoc judges in the Supreme Court when there is no quorum of permanent judges.
2. (c) Supreme Court to be a court of record - Article 129:
· Correct. Article 129 declares the Supreme Court a court of record, meaning its decisions are authoritative and can be cited as precedents.
3. (d) Special leave to appeal by the Supreme Court - Article 136:
· Correct. Article 136 empowers the Supreme Court to grant special leave to appeal against any judgment, decree, or order from any court or tribunal in India.
Information Booster:
1. Article 124:
· Deals with the establishment of the Supreme Court and the appointment of the Chief Justice of India and other judges.
2. Article 126:
· Addresses the appointment of an acting Chief Justice when the office of the Chief Justice is vacant or the Chief Justice is unable to perform duties.