Question

How does it determine the strength of the Supreme Court?

Answer 1

• Constitutional Power: Under Article 124(1), the Constitution gives Parliament the exclusive power to change the number of judges by law.
• Amending the Law: Parliament increases the number of seats by passing an amendment bill to the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1956.
• Ordinance Option: If Parliament is not in session during an urgent backlog, the Cabinet can expand the strength via a Presidential ordinance, which is later approved by Parliament.