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Which of the following is NOT a constitutional qualification for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India under Article 124(3)?
A. Must be a citizen of India
B. Must have been a judge of a High Court for at least 5 years
C. Must have been an advocate of a High Court for at least 10 years
D. Must have served as a District Judge for at least 10 years✓ Correct Answer
💡 Solution & Explanation
Article 124(3) sets three alternative qualifications for a Supreme Court judge: a citizen of India who (a) has been a High Court judge for 5 years, or (b) has been a High Court advocate for 10 years, or (c) is a distinguished jurist in the opinion of the President. Serving as a District Judge is not listed in Article 124(3).
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