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SHORT ANSWER: The Prime Minister and the Law Minister play a crucial role in the appointment of Supreme Court judges, while their involvement in High Court judges' appointments is similar but follows a different process. DETAILS: - The Prime Minister recommends candidates for the Supreme Court judges to the President. - The Law Minister assists in the selection process and provides legal advice. - For High Court judges, the Chief Justice of the High Court and the Chief Justice of India recommend candidates, with the Prime Minister and Law Minister also involved in the process. - The President appoints both Supreme Court and High Court judges based on these recommendations. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - There are no specific punishments for the roles of the Prime Minister and Law Minister in these appointments, but improper recommendations can lead to judicial review. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Article 124 (Supreme Court) and Article 217 (High Court)
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