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SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 50

SSC CGL - 26 Sep 2024 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q50

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The concept of ‘Independence of judiciary’ in the Indian Constitution is taken from the Constitution of:

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. The USA. 

 

The concept of judicial independence in the Indian Constitution is based on the United States Constitution. The Indian Constitution also borrowed other features from the US Constitution, such as judicial review, fundamental rights, and impeachment of the president. 

Explanation

  • The principle of judicial independence is the idea that judges should be free from external pressures and influences while performing their duties. 
  • The US Founding Father Alexander Hamilton wrote in The Federalist that the complete independence of the courts is especially important in a limited constitution. 
  • The Indian Constitution's Articles 124 and 217 state that a judge can only be removed if there is proven misbehavior or incapacity.