What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the Supreme Court of India?

1. While appointing the Judges of the Supreme Court, the President of India has to consult the Chief Justice of India.

2. The Judges of the Supreme Court can be removed by the Chief Justice of India only.

3. The salaries of the Judges are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India to which the Legislature does not have to vote.

4. All appointments of officers and staffs of the Supreme Court of India are made by the Government only after consulting the Chief Justice of India?

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

I.A.S. (Pre) 2012