Restriction on discussion in Parliament
Article 121 — Restriction on discussion in Parliament
take place in Parliament with respect to the conduct of any Judge of the Supreme Court or of a High Court in the discharge of his duties except upon a motion for presenting an address to the President praying for the removal of the Judge as hereinafter provided.
Plain English Summary
This article sets rules about what can be discussed in Parliament concerning the work of judges in the Supreme Court or High Courts. Generally, the discussion is restricted unless there is a formal motion presented to the President asking for that judge's removal.
Key Points
- It restricts discussions in Parliament regarding the conduct of Supreme Court or High Court judges while they are performing their official duties.
- The exception to this restriction is when a motion is presented to the President seeking the removal of such a Judge.
- This ensures judicial independence and prevents political interference in the judiciary's functioning.
Why It Matters
This article safeguards the independence of the judiciary by limiting parliamentary scrutiny over the day-to-day conduct of judges, ensuring they can perform their duties without undue political pressure.
Landmark Judgements
No major landmark judgements.