A
2 only
B
Both 1 and 2
C
Neither 1 nor 2
D
1 only
Correct answer: (d) 1 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct as appointments are made by the President under Article 124(2). Statement 2 is incorrect because Parliament, not the executive, holds the statutory power to increase the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges via legislation.
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