Compromising position

ARTICLE 35.5 in the Constitution states that the “renumeration of a judge shall not be reduced during his continuance in office”.

Tue, 25 Oct, 2011 - 01:00

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If this article is included for the purpose of maintaining the independence of the judiciary then why doesn’t it also cover increasing the renumeration of a judge?

Surely the independence of the judiciary could be compromised either way?

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