UPSC Editorials Quiz : 21 November 2025
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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Which of the following rivers contributes the highest inflow to the Caspian Sea? a) Don River b) Terek River c) Volga River d) Ural River Correct Solution: c) The Volga River contributes about 80% of the Caspian Sea’s inflow, making it the most significant river feeding the sea. The Ural and Terek rivers contribute smaller inflows, while the Don River does not flow into the Caspian Sea. About Caspian Sea: Location: The Caspian Sea is situated between Asia and Europe. Neighbouring Nations: Russia Azerbaijan Kazakhstan Turkmenistan Iran Major Rivers: The Caspian Sea receives water primarily from three major rivers: Volga River:Contributes about 80% of inflow. Ural River Terek River Formation: A landlocked remnant of the ancient Paratethys Sea, isolated due to tectonic uplift and sea-level changes. Features oceanic basalt on its seafloor, unlike continental granite. Water Characteristics: Varies from fresh (north) to salty (south). Mean salinity: ~one-third of ocean salinity. Incorrect Solution: c) The Volga River contributes about 80% of the Caspian Sea’s inflow, making it the most significant river feeding the sea. The Ural and Terek rivers contribute smaller inflows, while the Don River does not flow into the Caspian Sea. About Caspian Sea: Location: The Caspian Sea is situated between Asia and Europe. Neighbouring Nations: Russia Azerbaijan Kazakhstan Turkmenistan Iran Major Rivers: The Caspian Sea receives water primarily from three major rivers: Volga River:Contributes about 80% of inflow. Ural River Terek River Formation: A landlocked remnant of the ancient Paratethys Sea, isolated due to tectonic uplift and sea-level changes. Features oceanic basalt on its seafloor, unlike continental granite. Water Characteristics: Varies from fresh (north) to salty (south). Mean salinity: ~one-third of ocean salinity.
#### 1. Question
Which of the following rivers contributes the highest inflow to the Caspian Sea?
• a) Don River
• b) Terek River
• c) Volga River
• d) Ural River
Solution: c)
The Volga River contributes about 80% of the Caspian Sea’s inflow, making it the most significant river feeding the sea. The Ural and Terek rivers contribute smaller inflows, while the Don River does not flow into the Caspian Sea.
About Caspian Sea:
Location: The Caspian Sea is situated between Asia and Europe.
Neighbouring Nations:
• Azerbaijan
• Kazakhstan
• Turkmenistan
Major Rivers:
The Caspian Sea receives water primarily from three major rivers:
• Volga River:Contributes about 80% of inflow.
• Ural River
• Terek River
Formation:
A landlocked remnant of the ancient Paratethys Sea, isolated due to tectonic uplift and sea-level changes.
Features oceanic basalt on its seafloor, unlike continental granite.
Water Characteristics:
Varies from fresh (north) to salty (south).
Mean salinity: ~one-third of ocean salinity.
Solution: c)
The Volga River contributes about 80% of the Caspian Sea’s inflow, making it the most significant river feeding the sea. The Ural and Terek rivers contribute smaller inflows, while the Don River does not flow into the Caspian Sea.
About Caspian Sea:
Location: The Caspian Sea is situated between Asia and Europe.
Neighbouring Nations:
• Azerbaijan
• Kazakhstan
• Turkmenistan
Major Rivers:
The Caspian Sea receives water primarily from three major rivers:
• Volga River:Contributes about 80% of inflow.
• Ural River
• Terek River
Formation:
A landlocked remnant of the ancient Paratethys Sea, isolated due to tectonic uplift and sea-level changes.
Features oceanic basalt on its seafloor, unlike continental granite.
Water Characteristics:
Varies from fresh (north) to salty (south).
Mean salinity: ~one-third of ocean salinity.
• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements about malaria: Malaria is caused by a bacterial infection. The primary vector for malaria transmission is the Aedes mosquito. Malaria is untreatable in the absence of vaccines. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: D Statement 1 is incorrect. Malaria is caused by Plasmodium parasites, not bacteria. Statement 2 is incorrect. The primary vector for malaria transmission is the female Anopheles mosquito, not Aedes mosquitoes. Statement 3 is incorrect. Malaria is preventable and curable through early diagnosis and prompt treatment, even though vaccines are not widely available. About Malaria: What is Malaria? A life-threatening disease caused by Plasmodiumparasites, primarily falciparum and vivax, transmitted through infected female Anopheles mosquito bites. How it Spreads:Non-contagious; transmitted via mosquito bites. Vectors:Female Anopheles Symptoms: Begin 10–15 days after a mosquito bite. Common symptoms: fever, chills, and headache; can be mild in partially immune individuals. Prevention and Cure: Prevention: Vector control (e.g., insecticide-treated bed nets, indoor residual spraying). Treatment: Preventable and curable with early diagnosis and prompt treatment to reduce disease transmission and fatalities. Incorrect Solution: D Statement 1 is incorrect. Malaria is caused by Plasmodium parasites, not bacteria. Statement 2 is incorrect. The primary vector for malaria transmission is the female Anopheles mosquito, not Aedes mosquitoes. Statement 3 is incorrect. Malaria is preventable and curable through early diagnosis and prompt treatment, even though vaccines are not widely available. About Malaria: What is Malaria? A life-threatening disease caused by Plasmodiumparasites, primarily falciparum and vivax, transmitted through infected female Anopheles mosquito bites. How it Spreads:Non-contagious; transmitted via mosquito bites. Vectors:Female Anopheles Symptoms: Begin 10–15 days after a mosquito bite. Common symptoms: fever, chills, and headache; can be mild in partially immune individuals. Prevention and Cure: Prevention: Vector control (e.g., insecticide-treated bed nets, indoor residual spraying). Treatment: Preventable and curable with early diagnosis and prompt treatment to reduce disease transmission and fatalities.
#### 2. Question
Consider the following statements about malaria:
• Malaria is caused by a bacterial infection.
• The primary vector for malaria transmission is the Aedes mosquito.
• Malaria is untreatable in the absence of vaccines.
How many of the above statements are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Solution: D
Statement 1 is incorrect. Malaria is caused by Plasmodium parasites, not bacteria.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The primary vector for malaria transmission is the female Anopheles mosquito, not Aedes mosquitoes.
Statement 3 is incorrect. Malaria is preventable and curable through early diagnosis and prompt treatment, even though vaccines are not widely available.
About Malaria:
• What is Malaria? A life-threatening disease caused by Plasmodiumparasites, primarily falciparum and vivax, transmitted through infected female Anopheles mosquito bites.
• A life-threatening disease caused by Plasmodiumparasites, primarily falciparum and vivax, transmitted through infected female Anopheles mosquito bites.
• How it Spreads:Non-contagious; transmitted via mosquito bites.
• Vectors:Female Anopheles
• Symptoms: Begin 10–15 days after a mosquito bite. Common symptoms: fever, chills, and headache; can be mild in partially immune individuals.
• Begin 10–15 days after a mosquito bite.
• Common symptoms: fever, chills, and headache; can be mild in partially immune individuals.
Prevention and Cure:
• Prevention: Vector control (e.g., insecticide-treated bed nets, indoor residual spraying).
• Vector control (e.g., insecticide-treated bed nets, indoor residual spraying).
• Treatment: Preventable and curable with early diagnosis and prompt treatment to reduce disease transmission and fatalities.
• Preventable and curable with early diagnosis and prompt treatment to reduce disease transmission and fatalities.
Solution: D
Statement 1 is incorrect. Malaria is caused by Plasmodium parasites, not bacteria.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The primary vector for malaria transmission is the female Anopheles mosquito, not Aedes mosquitoes.
Statement 3 is incorrect. Malaria is preventable and curable through early diagnosis and prompt treatment, even though vaccines are not widely available.
About Malaria:
• What is Malaria? A life-threatening disease caused by Plasmodiumparasites, primarily falciparum and vivax, transmitted through infected female Anopheles mosquito bites.
• A life-threatening disease caused by Plasmodiumparasites, primarily falciparum and vivax, transmitted through infected female Anopheles mosquito bites.
• How it Spreads:Non-contagious; transmitted via mosquito bites.
• Vectors:Female Anopheles
• Symptoms: Begin 10–15 days after a mosquito bite. Common symptoms: fever, chills, and headache; can be mild in partially immune individuals.
• Begin 10–15 days after a mosquito bite.
• Common symptoms: fever, chills, and headache; can be mild in partially immune individuals.
Prevention and Cure:
• Prevention: Vector control (e.g., insecticide-treated bed nets, indoor residual spraying).
• Vector control (e.g., insecticide-treated bed nets, indoor residual spraying).
• Treatment: Preventable and curable with early diagnosis and prompt treatment to reduce disease transmission and fatalities.
• Preventable and curable with early diagnosis and prompt treatment to reduce disease transmission and fatalities.
• Question 3 of 5 3. Question With reference to the ‘Blackbuck’ (Antilope cervicapra), consider the following statements: It is naturally found in dense tropical evergreen forests of the Western Ghats. It is listed under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Only the mature males possess spirally twisted horns, exhibiting distinct sexual dimorphism. Territorial males use preorbital gland secretions to mark their domain. How many of the above statements are correct? a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct Correct Solution: A Magnetic levitation, a key component of Hyperloop technology, eliminates friction by suspending pods above the surface. This, combined with low-pressure vacuum tubes, allows the pods to achieve extremely high speeds, making Statement-II the correct explanation for Statement-I. What is Hyperloop? A high-speed transport system where pods travel inside low-pressure vacuum tubes, achieving speeds comparable to aircraft. Operates using magnetic levitation and propulsion, eliminating the need for traditional tracks. Developed by: Concept proposed by Elon Musk in 2013. India’s test track is developed by Indian Railways, IIT-Madras’ Avishkar Hyperloop team, and TuTr Hyperloop. India’s Status in Hyperloop: India’s first 410-meter-long test track launched in Chennai, tested successfully at 100 km/h. Plans underway to achieve speeds of 600 km/h in the next phase. Feasibility studies for Hyperloop projects between Chennai Airport and Parandur, Mumbai-Pune, and Amritsar-Chandigarh. Incorrect Solution: A Magnetic levitation, a key component of Hyperloop technology, eliminates friction by suspending pods above the surface. This, combined with low-pressure vacuum tubes, allows the pods to achieve extremely high speeds, making Statement-II the correct explanation for Statement-I. What is Hyperloop? A high-speed transport system where pods travel inside low-pressure vacuum tubes, achieving speeds comparable to aircraft. Operates using magnetic levitation and propulsion, eliminating the need for traditional tracks. Developed by: Concept proposed by Elon Musk in 2013. India’s test track is developed by Indian Railways, IIT-Madras’ Avishkar Hyperloop team, and TuTr Hyperloop. India’s Status in Hyperloop: India’s first 410-meter-long test track launched in Chennai, tested successfully at 100 km/h. Plans underway to achieve speeds of 600 km/h in the next phase. Feasibility studies for Hyperloop projects between Chennai Airport and Parandur, Mumbai-Pune, and Amritsar-Chandigarh.
#### 3. Question
With reference to the ‘Blackbuck’ (Antilope cervicapra), consider the following statements:
• It is naturally found in dense tropical evergreen forests of the Western Ghats.
• It is listed under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
• Only the mature males possess spirally twisted horns, exhibiting distinct sexual dimorphism.
• Territorial males use preorbital gland secretions to mark their domain.
How many of the above statements are correct?
• a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
• b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
• c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
• d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Solution: A
Magnetic levitation, a key component of Hyperloop technology, eliminates friction by suspending pods above the surface. This, combined with low-pressure vacuum tubes, allows the pods to achieve extremely high speeds, making Statement-II the correct explanation for Statement-I.
What is Hyperloop?
• A high-speed transport system where pods travel inside low-pressure vacuum tubes, achieving speeds comparable to aircraft.
• Operates using magnetic levitation and propulsion, eliminating the need for traditional tracks.
Developed by:
• Concept proposed by Elon Musk in 2013.
• India’s test track is developed by Indian Railways, IIT-Madras’ Avishkar Hyperloop team, and TuTr Hyperloop.
India’s Status in Hyperloop:
• India’s first 410-meter-long test track launched in Chennai, tested successfully at 100 km/h.
• Plans underway to achieve speeds of 600 km/h in the next phase.
• Feasibility studies for Hyperloop projects between Chennai Airport and Parandur, Mumbai-Pune, and Amritsar-Chandigarh.
Solution: A
Magnetic levitation, a key component of Hyperloop technology, eliminates friction by suspending pods above the surface. This, combined with low-pressure vacuum tubes, allows the pods to achieve extremely high speeds, making Statement-II the correct explanation for Statement-I.
What is Hyperloop?
• A high-speed transport system where pods travel inside low-pressure vacuum tubes, achieving speeds comparable to aircraft.
• Operates using magnetic levitation and propulsion, eliminating the need for traditional tracks.
Developed by:
• Concept proposed by Elon Musk in 2013.
• India’s test track is developed by Indian Railways, IIT-Madras’ Avishkar Hyperloop team, and TuTr Hyperloop.
India’s Status in Hyperloop:
• India’s first 410-meter-long test track launched in Chennai, tested successfully at 100 km/h.
• Plans underway to achieve speeds of 600 km/h in the next phase.
• Feasibility studies for Hyperloop projects between Chennai Airport and Parandur, Mumbai-Pune, and Amritsar-Chandigarh.
• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements about Subramania Bharati: He revolutionized Tamil literature by incorporating social and political themes. He was the first Tamil poet to translate the Ramayana into Tamil. Bharati’s vision for equality included strong advocacy for women’s rights and education. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is correct. Bharati revolutionized Tamil literature by infusing social and political themes into his works. Statement 2 is incorrect. Bharati translated the Bhagavad Gita, not the Ramayana. Statement 3 is correct. He was a strong advocate for women’s rights and education. Literary Contributions: Revolutionized Tamil literature with his innovative style and social themes. Translated the Bhagavad Gita into Promoted themes of equality, women’s empowerment, and freedom through his poetry. Major Works: Kuyil Pattu:A poem celebrating the simplicity of nature. Kannan Pattu:Depicts divine love and spirituality. Panchali Sabatham:A poetic re-telling of the Mahabharata’s Draupadi episode with a focus on justice and valor. India Weekly (1906):First Tamil newspaper to include political cartoons. Significance: Infused patriotism and culturalpride among Indians during the freedom struggle. Advocated for women’s rights and education, breaking societal barriers. His vision for a united and progressive India continues to inspire generations. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is correct. Bharati revolutionized Tamil literature by infusing social and political themes into his works. Statement 2 is incorrect. Bharati translated the Bhagavad Gita, not the Ramayana. Statement 3 is correct. He was a strong advocate for women’s rights and education. Literary Contributions: Revolutionized Tamil literature with his innovative style and social themes. Translated the Bhagavad Gita into Promoted themes of equality, women’s empowerment, and freedom through his poetry. Major Works: Kuyil Pattu:A poem celebrating the simplicity of nature. Kannan Pattu:Depicts divine love and spirituality. Panchali Sabatham:A poetic re-telling of the Mahabharata’s Draupadi episode with a focus on justice and valor. India Weekly (1906):First Tamil newspaper to include political cartoons. Significance: Infused patriotism and culturalpride among Indians during the freedom struggle. Advocated for women’s rights and education, breaking societal barriers. His vision for a united and progressive India continues to inspire generations.
#### 4. Question
Consider the following statements about Subramania Bharati:
• He revolutionized Tamil literature by incorporating social and political themes.
• He was the first Tamil poet to translate the Ramayana into Tamil.
• Bharati’s vision for equality included strong advocacy for women’s rights and education.
Which of the above statements are correct?
• (a) 1 and 2 only
• (b) 1 and 3 only
• (c) 2 and 3 only
• (d) 1, 2 and 3
Solution: B
Statement 1 is correct. Bharati revolutionized Tamil literature by infusing social and political themes into his works.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Bharati translated the Bhagavad Gita, not the Ramayana.
Statement 3 is correct. He was a strong advocate for women’s rights and education.
Literary Contributions:
• Revolutionized Tamil literature with his innovative style and social themes.
• Translated the Bhagavad Gita into
• Promoted themes of equality, women’s empowerment, and freedom through his poetry.
Major Works:
• Kuyil Pattu:A poem celebrating the simplicity of nature.
• Kannan Pattu:Depicts divine love and spirituality.
• Panchali Sabatham:A poetic re-telling of the Mahabharata’s Draupadi episode with a focus on justice and valor.
• India Weekly (1906):First Tamil newspaper to include political cartoons.
Significance:
• Infused patriotism and culturalpride among Indians during the freedom struggle.
• Advocated for women’s rights and education, breaking societal barriers.
• His vision for a united and progressive India continues to inspire generations.
Solution: B
Statement 1 is correct. Bharati revolutionized Tamil literature by infusing social and political themes into his works.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Bharati translated the Bhagavad Gita, not the Ramayana.
Statement 3 is correct. He was a strong advocate for women’s rights and education.
Literary Contributions:
• Revolutionized Tamil literature with his innovative style and social themes.
• Translated the Bhagavad Gita into
• Promoted themes of equality, women’s empowerment, and freedom through his poetry.
Major Works:
• Kuyil Pattu:A poem celebrating the simplicity of nature.
• Kannan Pattu:Depicts divine love and spirituality.
• Panchali Sabatham:A poetic re-telling of the Mahabharata’s Draupadi episode with a focus on justice and valor.
• India Weekly (1906):First Tamil newspaper to include political cartoons.
Significance:
• Infused patriotism and culturalpride among Indians during the freedom struggle.
• Advocated for women’s rights and education, breaking societal barriers.
• His vision for a united and progressive India continues to inspire generations.
• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding the Procedure for Removal of Judges: The Speaker or Chairman has the discretion to admit or reject an impeachment motion. The three-member investigative committee is composed of the Chief Justice of India, a High Court judge, and a distinguished jurist. A motion admitted by the Speaker or Chairman is automatically passed to Parliament for voting. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is correct as the Speaker or Chairman has the discretion to admit or reject the motion. Statement 2 is incorrect because the committee comprises a Supreme Court judge (not necessarily the Chief Justice of India), the Chief Justice of a High Court, and a distinguished jurist. Statement 3 is incorrect as the motion must first go through investigation and reporting before being considered for voting in Parliament. Judges Inquiry Act, 1968: The procedure for removal is elaborated in the Judges Inquiry Act, 1968, which outlines the following steps: Initiation of Motion: A motion for impeachment can originate in either house of Parliament. Requires: At least 100 membersfrom the Lok Sabha to sign a notice to the Speaker. At least 50 membersfrom the Rajya Sabha to sign a notice to the Chairman. Admission of Motion: The Speaker or Chairman may consult relevant individuals and materials before deciding whether to admit or reject the motion Investigation Committee Formation: If admitted, a three-member committeeis constituted: A Supreme Court judge. The Chief Justice of a High Court. A distinguished jurist. The committee investigates the charges and frames them accordingly Report Submission: After investigation, the committee submits its report to the Speaker or Chairman. If misbehaviour or incapacity is found, the motion is taken up for consideration in Parliament. Parliamentary Approval: The motion must be adopted by both houses: Requires a majority of total membershipand a two-thirds majority of those present and voting in each house Presidential Order: Once both houses pass the motion, it is sent to the President, who issues an order for removal History: No Supreme Court judge has been successfully impeached so far; notable attempts include those against Justice V. Ramaswami and Justice Dipak Misra, both of which did not succeed in Parliament Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is correct as the Speaker or Chairman has the discretion to admit or reject the motion. Statement 2 is incorrect because the committee comprises a Supreme Court judge (not necessarily the Chief Justice of India), the Chief Justice of a High Court, and a distinguished jurist. Statement 3 is incorrect as the motion must first go through investigation and reporting before being considered for voting in Parliament. Judges Inquiry Act, 1968: The procedure for removal is elaborated in the Judges Inquiry Act, 1968, which outlines the following steps: Initiation of Motion: A motion for impeachment can originate in either house of Parliament. Requires: At least 100 membersfrom the Lok Sabha to sign a notice to the Speaker. At least 50 membersfrom the Rajya Sabha to sign a notice to the Chairman. Admission of Motion: The Speaker or Chairman may consult relevant individuals and materials before deciding whether to admit or reject the motion Investigation Committee Formation: If admitted, a three-member committeeis constituted: A Supreme Court judge. The Chief Justice of a High Court. A distinguished jurist. The committee investigates the charges and frames them accordingly Report Submission: After investigation, the committee submits its report to the Speaker or Chairman. If misbehaviour or incapacity is found, the motion is taken up for consideration in Parliament. Parliamentary Approval: The motion must be adopted by both houses: Requires a majority of total membershipand a two-thirds majority of those present and voting in each house Presidential Order: Once both houses pass the motion, it is sent to the President, who issues an order for removal History: No Supreme Court judge has been successfully impeached so far; notable attempts include those against Justice V. Ramaswami and Justice Dipak Misra, both of which did not succeed in Parliament
#### 5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Procedure for Removal of Judges:
• The Speaker or Chairman has the discretion to admit or reject an impeachment motion.
• The three-member investigative committee is composed of the Chief Justice of India, a High Court judge, and a distinguished jurist.
• A motion admitted by the Speaker or Chairman is automatically passed to Parliament for voting.
How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Solution: B
• Statement 1 is correct as the Speaker or Chairman has the discretion to admit or reject the motion.
• Statement 2 is incorrect because the committee comprises a Supreme Court judge (not necessarily the Chief Justice of India), the Chief Justice of a High Court, and a distinguished jurist.
• Statement 3 is incorrect as the motion must first go through investigation and reporting before being considered for voting in Parliament.
Judges Inquiry Act, 1968:
• The procedure for removal is elaborated in the Judges Inquiry Act, 1968, which outlines the following steps:
Initiation of Motion:
• A motion for impeachment can originate in either house of Parliament.
• At least 100 membersfrom the Lok Sabha to sign a notice to the Speaker.
• At least 50 membersfrom the Rajya Sabha to sign a notice to the Chairman.
Admission of Motion:
• The Speaker or Chairman may consult relevant individuals and materials before deciding whether to admit or reject the motion
Investigation Committee Formation:
• If admitted, a three-member committeeis constituted:
• A Supreme Court judge.
• The Chief Justice of a High Court.
• A distinguished jurist.
The committee investigates the charges and frames them accordingly
Report Submission:
• After investigation, the committee submits its report to the Speaker or Chairman.
• If misbehaviour or incapacity is found, the motion is taken up for consideration in Parliament.
Parliamentary Approval:
• The motion must be adopted by both houses:
• Requires a majority of total membershipand a two-thirds majority of those present and voting in each house
Presidential Order:
• Once both houses pass the motion, it is sent to the President, who issues an order for removal
History:
• No Supreme Court judge has been successfully impeached so far; notable attempts include those against Justice V. Ramaswami and Justice Dipak Misra, both of which did not succeed in Parliament
Solution: B
• Statement 1 is correct as the Speaker or Chairman has the discretion to admit or reject the motion.
• Statement 2 is incorrect because the committee comprises a Supreme Court judge (not necessarily the Chief Justice of India), the Chief Justice of a High Court, and a distinguished jurist.
• Statement 3 is incorrect as the motion must first go through investigation and reporting before being considered for voting in Parliament.
Judges Inquiry Act, 1968:
• The procedure for removal is elaborated in the Judges Inquiry Act, 1968, which outlines the following steps:
Initiation of Motion:
• A motion for impeachment can originate in either house of Parliament.
• At least 100 membersfrom the Lok Sabha to sign a notice to the Speaker.
• At least 50 membersfrom the Rajya Sabha to sign a notice to the Chairman.
Admission of Motion:
• The Speaker or Chairman may consult relevant individuals and materials before deciding whether to admit or reject the motion
Investigation Committee Formation:
• If admitted, a three-member committeeis constituted:
• A Supreme Court judge.
• The Chief Justice of a High Court.
• A distinguished jurist.
The committee investigates the charges and frames them accordingly
Report Submission:
• After investigation, the committee submits its report to the Speaker or Chairman.
• If misbehaviour or incapacity is found, the motion is taken up for consideration in Parliament.
Parliamentary Approval:
• The motion must be adopted by both houses:
• Requires a majority of total membershipand a two-thirds majority of those present and voting in each house
Presidential Order:
• Once both houses pass the motion, it is sent to the President, who issues an order for removal
History:
• No Supreme Court judge has been successfully impeached so far; notable attempts include those against Justice V. Ramaswami and Justice Dipak Misra, both of which did not succeed in Parliament
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