Article 124(2) of the Constitution of India states that every Judge of the Supreme Court shall be appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal after consultation with such of the Judges of the Supreme Court and of the High Courts in the States as the President may deem necessary for the purpose. The Chief Justice of India is appointed by the President.
Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?
Asked in Agricultural Development Officer, Agriculture Department engg exam · Topic: The Supreme Court (Composition, Appointment, Qualifications, and Tenure of Judges)
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