History & Civics
Give any one reason why the power of Judicial Review has utility (or significance).
Answer
The power of Judicial Review has its utility because of three reasons:
- Ours is a written Constitution.
- The Constitution has provided limited powers to the Centre and the States.
- The legislature does not possess the ability and impartiality which are needed to explain what the law means.
Related Questions
What is meant by 'Judicial Review'?
Why is the Supreme Court known as Guardian and Final Interpreter of the Constitution?
Or
With whom does the final power rest to interpret the Constitution?With reference to the composition and organisation of the Supreme Court, explain the following:
(a) Manner of Appointment of the Judges
Or
Who appoints the judges of the Supreme Court? What procedure needs to be followed in appointing the Judges?
(b) Qualifications for appointment as a Judge
(c) Term of Office of Judges
With reference to the Independence and Impartiality of the Supreme Court, answer the following questions:
(a) Why is the Judiciary kept independent of the control of Executive and Legislature?
(b) Explain the role of these factors in securing Independence of the Supreme Court:
- Security of Tenure,
- Security of Salary and Allowances, and
- Power to punish for Contempt of itself