Consider the following statements regarding appointment of judges to the Supreme Court 1 The norms r...........

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Consider the following statements regarding appointment of judges to the Supreme Court-

1. The norms relating to the eligibility has been envisaged in the Article 124 of the Indian Constitution.

2. To become a judge of the Supreme court, an individual should be an Indian citizen.

3. In terms of age, a person should not exceed 65 years of age.

Which of the above statement is/are correct?

Choose the correct answer using the codes below-

1 and 2 only

1 and 3 only

1 only

1, 2 and 3

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Explanation:

In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (2) of Article 124 of the Constitution of India, the appointments are made by the President of India.

To become a judge of the Supreme court, an individual should be an Indian citizen.
In terms of age, a person should not exceed 65 years of age.
The person should serve as a judge of one high court or more (continuously), for at least five years or the person should be an advocate in the High court for at least 10 years or a distinguished jurist.