In which year was the first-ever motion to remove a Supreme Court Justice signed by the members of Parliament?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 1991.
The first-ever motion to remove a Supreme Court Justice in India was signed by members of Parliament in 1991 against Justice V. Ramaswami. He was accused of misconduct and corruption during his tenure as a judge. This historic motion marked the beginning of judicial accountability efforts in India. However, the motion did not succeed as it failed to secure the required two-thirds majority in Parliament. Despite its failure, the case highlighted the importance of maintaining integrity in the judiciary and set a precedent for future discussions on the impeachment and removal of judges in India’s constitutional framework.