Consider the following statements: 1. The Parliament cannot enlarge the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India as its jurisdiction is limited to that conferred by the Constitution. 2. The officers and servants of the Supreme Court and High Courts are appointed by the concerned Chief Justice and the administrative expenses are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India. Which of the statements is/are correct?

1. Statement 1 is incorrect. The Parliament *can* enlarge the jurisdiction and powers of the Supreme Court with respect to matters in the Union List (Article 138(1)). It can also confer further jurisdiction related to matters agreed upon by the Government of India and any State (Article 138(2)) and supplemental powers (Article 140). The Constitution sets the initial jurisdiction, but it is not limited solely to that; Parliament has powers to extend it. 2. Statement 2 is correct. According to Article 146, appointments of officers and servants of the Supreme Court are made by the Chief Justice of India (or other designated judge/officer). Similarly, Article 229 governs appointments in High Courts (by the respective Chief Justice). The administrative expenses of the Supreme Court, including salaries, allowances, and pensions, are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India (Article 146(3)). 3. Based on the official answer key (B), only statement 2 is correct.