Daily Passage Test for CLAT - Nov 12 MCQs & solutions Free

Constitutional Oath of a Judge can be enforced if it is violated.

Non-recusal of a judge from a case points toward undermining of judicial independence.

Independence of Judiciary is a basic feature of the Constitution.

Recusal is consistent with the judicial ethics and Constitutional Norms.

No, a judge needs to act without fear or favour, affection or ill-will. Recusal points that the judge was coerced to not hear the matter.

Yes, judicial independence will be protected if recusal is expeditiously carried out.

No, Recusal will demonstrate that institution is under the threat from the executive of the day.

Yes, recusal is in conformity with the motto that justice should not only be done, but should manifestly and undoubtedly be seen to be done.

No, the passage is silent on the conduct and actions to be taken at the mere possibility or likelihood of doubt harboured by right-minded persons.

Yes, the passage says there must exist circumstances where a reasonable and fair- minded man would think it probably or likely that the Judge would be prejudiced against a litigant.

No, the passage is concerned about the judicial integrity than a mere presumption and possibility of bias against the judge by the right minded individuals.

Yes, the passage mentions about the recusal in the interest of confidence, integrity and independence of Judiciary which in effect takes into account the possibility and likelihood of the bias as well.

No, such recusal is improper as it will strengthen bias, doubt and diminish confidence in the minds of litigants.

Yes, the passage says a recusal is consistent with the concept of judicial propriety and constitutional standard thus, if a request for recusal is mechanically accepted it would give room to “unscrupulous litigants to have judge of their choice”.

No, such recusal is proper as it will contribute to the cause of Judicial Independence and judicial integrity.

It cannot be inferred without additional information.

No, any attribution of bias on the bench would amount to judicial impropriety.

Yes, judicial norms will be upheld if the litigant shows a strong predisposition in the mind of a judge as to the eventual outcome of the matter.

No, it will be a violation of constitutional norms wherein the bench and litigant has to operate at an arm's length distance.

Yes, if the outcome is in favor of the litigant.

Counter Majoritarian Institution.

Governance Institution.

Integrity Institution.

Legal Institution.