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What is the retirement age stipulated by the Constitution for a judge of the Supreme Court of India?
A. 60 years✓ Correct Answer
B. 62 years
C. 65 years
D. 70 years
💡 Solution & Explanation
Article 124(2) of the Indian Constitution specifies that a judge of the Supreme Court holds office until attaining the age of sixty-five years. High court judges retire at sixty-two years following an amendment enacted in 1963. Supreme Court judges can vacate office earlier by submitting a resignation letter to the President.
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