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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the total strength of judges appointed at the Supreme Court of India?
A
35
B
33
C
30
D
31
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Union government notified the appointment of five new judges to the Supreme Court. With their appointments, the number of judges in the Supreme Court will rise to 32. Currently, the Supreme Court of India has a sanctioned strength of thirty-four Judges and is presently functioning with twenty-seven Judges.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Supreme Court of India comprises the Chief Justice and 33 other Judges appointed by the President of India. Supreme Court Judges retire upon attaining the age of 65 years.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are currently 32 judges (including the Chief Justice) who comprise the Supreme Court of India, the highest court in the country. The maximum possible strength is 34. According to the Constitution of India, the judges of the Supreme Court retire at the age of 65.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Constitution of India says Supreme Court shall have a maximum of 34 judges including the Chief Justice. Recently, five new judges were appointed by the President of India. With this, the strength of judges in the apex court increased to 32.

Detailed explanation-5: -Nine Justices make up the current Supreme Court: one Chief Justice and eight Associate Justices. The Honorable John G.

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