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Judicial Review

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Refers to the Supreme Court and High Courts’ authority to review legislative or executive actions for constitutional compliance. If a law or action contravenes constitutional provisions, courts can invalidate it. Rooted in the principle of rule of law, judicial review ensures checks and balances, preventing arbitrary use of power. It covers the constitutionality of central and state laws, executive orders, and fundamental rights violations. Although not explicitly mentioned, Articles 13, 32, and 226 grant implied powers for review. This mechanism maintains the supremacy of the Constitution and protects democratic values by limiting legislative overreach.

Practice Questions

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Indian Constitution?

Which amendment of the Indian Constitution gave the Right to Education a fundamental right?

राष्ट्रपति की अनुपस्थिति में संसद में किस सत्र को आयोजित किया जाता है?

संघीय परिषद का प्रावधान किस अनुच्छेद में है?

संसद सदस्यों का वेतन का निर्धारण किसकी स्वीकृति से होता है?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the President of India?

What is the maximum strength of the Legislative Assembly of a state?

संसदीय प्रश्न सत्र के दौरान प्रश्नों के उत्तर कौन देता है?

Who among the following can recommend the dissolution of the Lok Sabha?

किस अनुच्छेद के तहत नागरिकों को वर्गीय भेदभाव से सुरक्षा मिलती है?