What is the role of the Supreme Court in ensuring that only individuals with integrity and ability are appointed as judges?
The Supreme Court does not have a direct role in ensuring that only individuals with integrity and ability are appointed as judges. However, Parliament has the power to make laws regulating the appointment of judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts, including determining their salaries and other rights (Article 125). Furthermore, Article 124C empowers the Commission to lay down procedures for selecting candidates for judicial appointments. This suggests that while the Supreme Court itself does not directly control the process, it may influence the criteria used in selecting judges.