Multiple choice

The Constitution has tried to ensure the independence of judges of the Supreme Court by

  1. ensuring that their salaries and allowances are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India

  2. by making the removal of judges quite difficult

  3. by debarring judges from carrying on practice before any court in India after retirement

  4. all these provisions

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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Constitution ensures judicial independence through multiple provisions: charged salaries on Consolidated Fund (not subject to annual vote), difficult removal process (impeachment), and prohibition on post-retirement practice. All these together protect independence.