SHORT ANSWER:
Judges in India are protected from arbitrary actions through the Constitution and specific laws.
DETAILS:
- Article 124 of the Indian Constitution provides for the appointment and conditions of service of Supreme Court judges.
- Article 211 provides similar protections for High Court judges.
- Judges can only be removed through a process of impeachment as per Article 124(4).
- The Judges (Protection) Act, 1985 protects judges from legal proceedings for actions taken in good faith while performing their duties.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Impeachment requires a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament for removal.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Judges (Protection) Act, 1985
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