History & Civics
Who decides the salaries and other emoluments of the Judges of the Supreme Court? Under what circumstances can the salaries and allowances of the Judges of the Supreme Court be reduced?
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 the 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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