Answer
38
Explanation
The Central Government has approved increasing the total number of Supreme Court judges from 34 to 38 (37 judges + 1 Chief Justice).
Key Points
- > Earlier this number was 33+1=34
- > This will be effective through the passing of a bill in Parliament
- > Article 124 of the Constitution relates to the Supreme Court
Additional Information
- Current Chief Justice: D.Y. Chandrachud (50th)
- First Chief Justice of the Supreme Court: H.J. Kania
- Judges are appointed by: The President of India
| Stage | Number of Judges |
|---|---|
| 1950 (Initially) | 8 (7+1) |
| 2019 | 34 (33+1) |
| 2026 (Proposed) | 38 (37+1) |