Q. Consider the following statements:
1.In India, puisne judge refers to the judge who is being considered for the removal.
2.In India, all judges have the same judicial powers.
Select the correct statement using the code given below::
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is incorrect. In India, there is a reference to a puisne judge only while considering the order of seniority for appointments, elevations to High Courts, etc., but it does not have a bearing on the exercise of a judge’s judicial power.
Statement 2 is correct. In India, all judges have the same judicial powers.
Source: The Indian Express
