Judiciary (Finance): The pension of a High Court judge is charged to which fund? Differentiate between salary head and pension head for High Court judges. Choose the correct fund.
General Knowledge
Indian Politics
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AThe Consolidated Fund of India
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BThe Consolidated Fund of the State where the judge last served
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CThe Consolidated Funds of all States where the judge has served
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DThe Contingency Fund of India
Answer
Correct Answer: The Consolidated Fund of India
Explanation
What is being asked?Identify the fund on which High Court judges' pensions are charged.
Given data
- Judicial service financial heads differ for salary vs. pension.
Concept/ApproachWhile High Court judges' salary is charged to the concerned State's Consolidated Fund, their pension is charged to the Consolidated Fund of India.
Final AnswerThe Consolidated Fund of India