Question : Which one of the following statements about the Chief Justice of India (CJI) is not correct?
Option 1: He appoints the Chief Justice of all High Courts
Option 2: The CJI administrates the oath of office to the President
Option 3: When both the offices of the president and vice president fall vacant simultaneously the CJI discharges the duties of the president
Option 4: The CJI can hold his office till the age of 65 years
Correct Answer: He appoints the Chief Justice of all High Courts
Solution : The coorect answer is he appoints the Chief Justice of all High Courts.
The President is in charge of choosing the Chief Justice and members of the High Courts, as stated in clause (1) of Article 217 of the Constitution. The President of India has the power to appoint judges under the Constitution. Additionally, when selecting new judges, the chief justice of the pertinent high court is consulted. The chief justice of India, who is also the chief judge of the Supreme Court of India, holds the position of highest authority within the Indian judicial system.
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