1. The Constitution of India does not declare the location of the seat of the Supreme Court.
2. The Chief Justice of India can appoint other places as the seat of the Supreme Court only after the approval of the President.
3. The President of India can order the Supreme Court to change its seat of location.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option C —
2 only
Analysis of the Statements
1. The Constitution of India does not declare the location of the seat of the Supreme Court.
Status: Incorrect.
Details: Unlike many other provisions, the Constitution does explicitly declare the location. Article 130 states: "The Supreme Court shall sit in Delhi..."
2. The Chief Justice of India can appoint other places as the seat of the Supreme Court only after the approval of the President.
Status: Correct.
Details: While Delhi is the declared seat, the Constitution allows for flexibility. The Chief Justice of India (CJI) has the authority to appoint another place (or places) as the seat of the Supreme Court. However, the CJI cannot do this independently; they must obtain the prior approval of the President.
3. The President of India can order the Supreme Court to change its seat of location.
Status: Incorrect.
Details: The power to initiate a change of seat rests solely with the Chief Justice of India. While the President must approve the decision, the President cannot compel or order the CJI to move the court or establish a bench elsewhere. This provision is designed to protect the independence of the judiciary.
Key Points of Article 130
Default Seat: Delhi.
Discretionary Power: Vested in the Chief Justice of India.
Mandatory Requirement: Approval from the President.
Nature of Provision: It is "optional" and not "compulsory." No court can give a direction to the CJI to establish a seat or bench elsewhere.
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