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What is the constitutional provision regarding the practice of Supreme Court judges after their retirement?
A. They can practice in any court across India.
B. They are prohibited from pleading or acting in any court or before any authority within the territory of India.✓ Correct Answer
C. They can practice only in High Courts.
D. They can practice only with the permission of the Law Minister.
💡 Solution & Explanation
Article 124, clause 7 of the Indian Constitution imposes a strict post-retirement bar, prohibiting former Supreme Court judges from pleading or acting in any court or before any judicial authority within the territory of India. This safeguard preserves judicial independence and prevents post-retirement influence peddling. Retired judges can, however, head commissions of inquiry appointed by the government.
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