Daily Mains Answer Writing Practice Question - 14 December

Paper - GS 2
Subject-  Indian Constitution

Q.Discuss the procedure for the impeachment of a High Court judge in India. How does it ensure accountability and judicial independence?
प्रश्न  भारत में उच्च न्यायालय के न्यायाधीश के महाभियोग की प्रक्रिया पर चर्चा करें। यह जवाबदेही और न्यायिक स्वतंत्रता कैसे सुनिश्चित करता है?
(150 WORDS)

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Structure of the Answer 

Introduction- Refer to Articles 217 and 124(4) of the Constitution.

Body-

• Outline the steps for impeachment, including the role of Parliament.
• Grounds for impeachment.Procedure for Impeachment:
• Highlight safeguards to maintain judicial independence.

Conclusion: Summarize how the impeachment process balances judicial accountability with independence, ensuring a robust and trustworthy judiciary.