SHORT ANSWER:
Yes, there are age restrictions for candidates appointed to the Supreme Court and High Courts in India.
DETAILS:
- For the Supreme Court, a person must be a citizen of India and must have been a judge of a High Court for at least five years or an advocate of a High Court for at least ten years.
- For High Courts, the minimum age is generally 35 years, and candidates must be qualified advocates or judges of lower courts.
- The age limit ensures that candidates have sufficient legal experience and maturity.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Candidates who do not meet the age or experience criteria are disqualified from consideration.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 124 (Supreme Court) and Article 217 (High Court)
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