Question

Which of the following statement is correct about the "National judicial appointment commission act".

1. The NJAC was formed for the appointment and transfer of judges of the supreme court.
2. This commission was added by the 99th constitutional amendment act.

1. Only 1
2. Only 2
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Both 1 and 2

The correct option is 3 i.e, Both 1 and 2.

• The NJAC act came into force on 13th April 2015.
• The objective of this commission is to transfer of judges to the higher judiciary.
• This commission was added by the 99th constitutional amendment act.
• The NJAC was consists of Cheif Justice of India, two senior-most judges, Law minister, two members nominated by a body consisting of CJI, PM and Leader of opposition.
• NJAC and 99^th Constitutional amendment act was declared as null and void by the Supreme Court as it hampers the independence of Judiciary.