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If the Supreme Court declares a law made by the Central Government as null and void, which power is used by it?

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Question

If the Supreme Court declares a law made by the Central Government as null and void, which power is used by it?

Options

  • Revisory Jurisdiction

  • Judicial Review 

  • Advisory Jurisdiction

  • All of the above.

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Solution

Judicial Review

Explanation:

If the Supreme Court determines that a statute passed by the federal or state governments is unconstitutional, it will exercise its Judicial Review authority to proclaim it such. Through judicial review, the Court can make sure that executive acts and legislation passed by the legislature are in line with the Indian Constitution.

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Chapter 20: The Supreme Court - EXERCISES [Page 250]

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Morning Star Total History and Civics [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 20 The Supreme Court
EXERCISES | Q I. 12. | Page 250
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