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Question
With reference to the Supreme Court, explain its functions stated below:
As a guardian of Fundamental Rights.
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Solution
The Supreme Court is designated as the guardian and protector of fundamental rights. Any private citizen can approach it for the protection of his fundamental rights and the Supreme Court may issue Writs like habeas corpus, mandamus, quo warranto and certiorari for their enforcement. The Union and the State governments are prohibited from making any law which takes away or abridges the Fundamental Rights. If this is done, the Supreme Court can declare it null and void.
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