History & Civics
What happens if either the Parliament or a State Legislature passes any law that is against the Constitution?
Answer
The Supreme Court has the power to review laws passed by the Union or State legislatures. If either the Parliament or a State Legislature passes any law that is against the Constitution, the Supreme Court can declare the law 'ultra vires' or null and void. This power is referred to as the power of judicial review.
Related Questions
The Supreme Court has extensive jurisdiction. In this context answer the following:
(a) What is meant by 'Appellate Jurisdiction'? Name two types of cases in which an appeal shall lie to the Supreme Court.
(b) What do you understand by advisory functions of the Supreme Court? State the types of cases where the Supreme Court may be required to express its opinion.
(c) What is meant by Revisory Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court?
Discuss how the Constitution has ensured that the Supreme Court acts as:
(a) Custodian of the Constitution.
(b) Guardian of the Fundamental Rights.
(c) A Court of Records and its implication.
Supreme Court has many functions to protect the interests of all citizens. In this context, answer the following questions:
(a) What is meant by Judicial Review?
(b) What is the significance of the power of Judicial Review?
(c) Mention three ways in which the Constitution ensures the independence of the Judges of the Supreme Court.
Study the figure and answer the following questions:
(a) Identify the building in the picture. Where is it located? What is the position of this court in the entire judicial set up in India?
(b) State three qualifications required to be the judge of this court.
(c) How does this court maintain the sanctity of the Constitution of India