History & Civics
By whom are the salaries and other emoluments of Judges of Supreme Court determined?
Answer
The salaries and other emoluments of the Judges of Supreme Court are decided by the President of India according to Article 125 of the Constitution of India. The salaries of judges cannot be reduced except during the period of financial emergency. Their salaries and allowances are charged to the Consolidated Fund of India and so are not subject to vote of Parliament.
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