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Supreme Court – Overview

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

The apex court under the Constitution, ensuring uniform interpretation of law. It comprises the Chief Justice of India and other justices, appointed by the President on the recommendation of the Collegium. The Court has original, appellate, and advisory jurisdictions. It upholds fundamental rights via writs and serves as the final court of appeal in civil, criminal, and constitutional matters. Known for its power of judicial review, it can strike down legislative/executive actions violating the Constitution. Through landmark judgments like Kesavananda Bharati and Golaknath, the Supreme Court has evolved doctrines that protect constitutional integrity, making it a guardian of rule of law.

Practice Questions

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the protection of interests of minorities?

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Who was the first Speaker of the Lok Sabha?

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Who among the following appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?

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