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Who formally appoints a judge of the Supreme Court of India by warrant under Article 124(2) of the…

Article 124(2) provides that the President appoints Supreme Court judges by warrant under the President's hand and seal. The recommendation process is distinct from the…

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Who formally appoints a judge of the Supreme Court of India by warrant under Article 124(2) of the Constitution?

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Article 124(2) provides that the President appoints Supreme Court judges by warrant under the President's hand and seal.

The recommendation process is distinct from the formal appointment.

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Option A

The collegium's recommendations form part of the appointment process, while the warrant issues from the President.

Option B

Article 124(2) vests the formal appointment and the warrant in the President.

Option C

The Union Council of Ministers is distinct from the authority issuing the appointment warrant.

Option D

The Chief Justice has a role in the recommendation process. The appointment warrant issues from the President.

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