Role of Judiciary in Indian Polity

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of the role of the judiciary in the Indian polity. It covers various aspects of the Indian judicial system, including its structure, functions, and significance in upholding the Constitution and protecting the rights of citizens.
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Which article of the Indian Constitution establishes the Supreme Court of India?

  1. Article 121

  2. Article 122

  3. Article 123

  4. Article 124


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Article 124 of the Indian Constitution establishes the Supreme Court of India as the highest court in the country.

What is the primary function of the Supreme Court of India?

  1. To interpret the Constitution

  2. To resolve disputes between states

  3. To review the validity of laws

  4. To appoint judges to lower courts


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary function of the Supreme Court of India is to interpret the Constitution and ensure that laws and government actions comply with its provisions.

Which doctrine allows the Supreme Court of India to review the validity of laws and executive actions?

  1. Doctrine of Judicial Review

  2. Doctrine of Stare Decisis

  3. Doctrine of Precedent

  4. Doctrine of Natural Justice


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Doctrine of Judicial Review empowers the Supreme Court of India to examine the constitutionality of laws and executive actions and declare them void if they violate fundamental rights or constitutional provisions.

What is the concept of 'locus standi' in the context of judicial review?

  1. The right to challenge a law or action in court

  2. The burden of proof in a legal proceeding

  3. The legal standing of a party to bring a case to court

  4. The principle of precedent in legal decision-making


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Locus standi refers to the legal standing of a party to bring a case to court and challenge a law or action. It determines whether a person or organization has a sufficient interest in the matter to be heard by the court.

Which fundamental right guarantees the right to equality before the law and equal protection of the laws?

  1. Right to Equality

  2. Right to Freedom

  3. Right against Exploitation

  4. Right to Freedom of Religion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 14 of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to equality before the law and equal protection of the laws, prohibiting discrimination based on religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.

What is the significance of the principle of 'separation of powers' in the Indian judicial system?

  1. It ensures the independence of the judiciary

  2. It prevents the concentration of power in one branch of government

  3. It promotes checks and balances among different branches of government

  4. It facilitates cooperation and coordination between different branches of government


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The principle of separation of powers aims to prevent the concentration of power in one branch of government by dividing the powers among the legislature, executive, and judiciary, ensuring checks and balances.

Which landmark case established the basic structure doctrine in Indian constitutional law?

  1. Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala

  2. Golaknath v. State of Punjab

  3. Minerva Mills v. Union of India

  4. ADM Jabalpur v. Shivkant Shukla


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the landmark case of Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala, the Supreme Court of India established the basic structure doctrine, which holds that certain fundamental features of the Constitution cannot be amended by Parliament.

What is the role of the judiciary in protecting the fundamental rights of citizens?

  1. To interpret and enforce fundamental rights

  2. To review the validity of laws that violate fundamental rights

  3. To provide remedies for violations of fundamental rights

  4. To raise awareness about fundamental rights among citizens


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The judiciary plays a crucial role in protecting fundamental rights by interpreting and enforcing them, reviewing the validity of laws that violate these rights, and providing remedies for their violations.

Which provision of the Indian Constitution empowers the Supreme Court to issue writs for the enforcement of fundamental rights?

  1. Article 226

  2. Article 32

  3. Article 136

  4. Article 142


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Article 32 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Supreme Court to issue writs, including habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, certiorari, and quo warranto, for the enforcement of fundamental rights.

What is the role of the judiciary in resolving disputes between the central government and state governments?

  1. To interpret the Constitution and resolve disputes

  2. To mediate between the central and state governments

  3. To enforce the decisions of the central government

  4. To review the validity of state laws


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The judiciary plays a crucial role in resolving disputes between the central government and state governments by interpreting the Constitution and determining the respective powers and responsibilities of each.

Which constitutional provision establishes the independence of the judiciary in India?

  1. Article 121

  2. Article 122

  3. Article 123

  4. Article 124


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 121 of the Indian Constitution establishes the independence of the judiciary by securing the tenure of judges and protecting them from removal except through a rigorous impeachment process.

What is the significance of judicial independence in the Indian polity?

  1. It ensures impartial and fair adjudication

  2. It prevents political interference in the judicial process

  3. It promotes public trust and confidence in the judiciary

  4. It facilitates the smooth functioning of the government


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Judicial independence is crucial in the Indian polity as it ensures impartial and fair adjudication, prevents political interference in the judicial process, promotes public trust and confidence in the judiciary, and facilitates the smooth functioning of the government.

Which constitutional provision prohibits the executive from interfering with the judicial process?

  1. Article 20

  2. Article 21

  3. Article 22

  4. Article 23


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 20 of the Indian Constitution prohibits the executive from interfering with the judicial process by protecting citizens from being prosecuted and punished for the same offense twice.

What is the role of the judiciary in upholding the rule of law in India?

  1. To interpret and enforce the law

  2. To ensure equal protection under the law

  3. To protect the rights of citizens

  4. To promote justice and fairness in society


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The judiciary plays a crucial role in upholding the rule of law in India by interpreting and enforcing the law, ensuring equal protection under the law, protecting the rights of citizens, and promoting justice and fairness in society.

Which constitutional provision empowers the Supreme Court to review the validity of laws passed by Parliament and state legislatures?

  1. Article 13

  2. Article 14

  3. Article 15

  4. Article 16


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 13 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Supreme Court to review the validity of laws passed by Parliament and state legislatures and declare them void if they violate fundamental rights or are inconsistent with the Constitution.

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