The Constitution incorporates several provisions to ensure the independence of key constitutional bodies (like the Supreme Court, High Courts, Election Commission, Comptroller and Auditor General, Union Public Service Commission, etc.) from executive and legislative interference. 1. Security of tenure: Members of these bodies are provided a fixed tenure and can only be removed from office through a difficult process (similar to impeachment), not at the pleasure of the government. This protects them from arbitrary removal. 2. Fixed service conditions: Their conditions of service are generally fixed by law and cannot be varied to their disadvantage after appointment (except in case of a Financial Emergency). This prevents the government from using service conditions to influence them. 3. Expenses being charged on the Consolidated Fund of India: The salaries, allowances, and expenses of judges and members of these bodies are charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India, meaning they are not subject to the annual vote of Parliament. This ensures financial independence. All three provisions contribute significantly to securing the independence of these constitutional bodies.
Which of these Constitutional provisions secure the independence of certain Constitutional bodies from the government? 1. Security of tenure 2. Fixed service conditions 3. Expenses being charged on the Consolidated Fund of India Select the correct answer code:
Asked in GPSC Prelims CSP 1 2024 · Topic: The Governance System (Constitutional Bodies in Governance)
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