Which option shows the judiciary's role most accurately?
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The judiciary's main work is interpreting law and settling disputes. In exams, remove exaggerated options in role-based questions.
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The Judiciary (Supreme Court, High Courts, and judicial independence)
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Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,judiciary,dispute resolution
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- Courts interpret laws and settle disputes
- Courts give tickets to political parties
- Courts elect the Prime Minister
- Courts make every government scheme
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,rule of law,binding decisions
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- To make rule of law effective
- To help the government campaign
- To apply ministers' personal opinions
- To make courts tax departments
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,minorities,rights
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- Because it can protect rights from majoritarian arbitrariness
- Because it can close all parties
- Because it waives taxes
- Because it gives every job
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,judicial independence,pressure
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- Government pressure on judges to change judgments
- Court reading the Constitution
- Court hearing evidence
- Citizen filing a petition
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,high court,federal system
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- To provide judicial authority and constitutional protection at the state level
- To make a separate Constitution for every state
- To free state government from courts
- To make laws instead of the Legislative Assembly
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,fair hearing,justice
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- Justice and equality
- Opposition to secret ballot
- Hereditary office
- Absolute power of one person
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,judicial activism,policy
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- When courts appear to interfere excessively in policy-making
- When courts protect Fundamental Rights
- When courts issue writs
- When courts read the Constitution
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,majority,constitutional limits
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- So that the Constitution and rights remain protected from popular pressure
- So that elections stop
- So that Parliament is not needed
- So that the number of parties decreases
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,checks and balances,legislature
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- So neither law-making power nor judicial power becomes arbitrary
- So courts run election campaigns
- So Parliament hears court cases
- So the Constitution becomes unnecessary
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,access to justice,courts
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- Equal access to justice becomes weak
- Council of Ministers becomes stronger
- Elections automatically become fair
- Law-making stops
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,evidence,impartial justice
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- Impartial justice
- Political bias
- Opinion polling
- Will of the Council of Ministers
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,constitution,accountability
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- So independence does not become arbitrariness
- So courts campaign in elections
- So courts decide tax rates
- So courts give party tickets
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,apex court,supreme court
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- Because it is the apex court of the country
- Because it is a village court
- Because it hears only municipal matters
- Because it is a political party
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,equality before law,courts
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- Rich and poor both being treated equal before law
- Always hearing the rich first
- Never challenging the government
- Only officials can file cases
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,institutional independence,judiciary
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- So courts can work effectively and without pressure
- So courts can hold political rallies
- So courts can dissolve Parliament
- So judges choose candidates
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,high court,writ jurisdiction
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- Illegal violation of a right by a state official
- Introducing a money bill in Parliament
- Printing an election manifesto
- Painting a municipal park
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,constitutional supremacy,judicial review
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- It may weaken because unconstitutional laws may remain unchallenged
- It automatically becomes stronger
- Parliament ends
- Election Commission becomes a court
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,writs,rights enforcement
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- Helping protect Fundamental Rights and legal rights
- Increasing political party membership
- Daily running of Parliament
- Selection of the Prime Minister
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,judicial hierarchy,appeal
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- It creates an organised system of appeal and supervision
- Every court becomes Parliament
- Political parties disappear
- Elections get automatically cancelled
Hard · Level 65 · class9,civics,executive,legal check
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- Judiciary can legally examine executive actions
- Executive orders judges in every decision
- Judiciary is personal assistant of ministers
- Executive is the final appellate court
Why is it necessary that judicial decisions are binding on the government?
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If the government ignores court decisions, rule of law weakens. For exams, link binding decisions with rule of law.
View question detailsWhy is an independent judiciary important for minorities and weaker sections?
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An independent judiciary remains free from majority pressure while protecting rights. For exams, connect it with constitutional protection.
View question detailsWhich situation weakens judicial independence?
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Government pressure on judgments harms impartial justice. For exams, treat pressure and independence as opposites.
View question detailsWhy is the presence of High Courts necessary in India's federal system?
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A High Court is the top judicial institution at the state level. For exams, remember state judiciary in the federal structure.
View question detailsWhen a court gives a fair hearing in a case, which democratic value is strengthened?
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A fair hearing gives all sides equal opportunity. For exams, connect fair hearing with natural justice.
View question detailsWhen can judicial activism be criticised?
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Judicial activism can be useful, but excessive policy interference is debated. In exams, keep a balanced answer.
View question detailsWhy should courts remain independent of majority opinion?
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In a democracy, even the majority works within constitutional limits. For exams, remember majority rule with rights.
View question detailsWhy is balance between judiciary and legislature necessary?
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Balance keeps each organ within constitutional limits. In exams, writing checks and balances is useful.
View question detailsWhat problem arises when access to courts is expensive and slow?
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A slow and costly process can make justice difficult for poor citizens. For exams, link access to justice with social equality.
View question detailsA court decision based only on law and evidence reflects which principle?
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A decision based on law and evidence reduces bias. For exams, remember evidence-based judgment.
View question detailsWhy must courts remain bound by the Constitution despite judicial independence?
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Judicial independence operates within the Constitution. In exams, write independence under the Constitution.
View question detailsWhy do Supreme Court orders matter for courts across the country?
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The Supreme Court is at the top of the judicial hierarchy. For exams, remember the term apex court.
View question detailsWhich option most clearly explains equality before courts?
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Equality before law is a key base of the judiciary. For exams, connect equality before law with Fundamental Rights.
View question detailsWhy does the judiciary need independent budgetary and administrative support?
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Adequate resources increase capacity to deliver justice and reduce dependence. For exams, remember institutional independence.
View question detailsIn which situation would a High Court's writ power be directly useful?
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In rights violations at the state level, a High Court can issue writs. For exams, remember High Court writ jurisdiction.
View question detailsWithout judicial review, what may happen to constitutional supremacy?
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Judicial review puts constitutional supremacy into practice. For exams, treat it as a tool of constitutional supremacy.
View question detailsWhat is the common importance of writ powers of the Supreme Court and High Courts?
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Writ power gives citizens a quick judicial remedy. For exams, focus on rights enforcement.
View question detailsWhat is the main benefit of hierarchy in the judiciary?
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Hierarchy allows review of decisions of lower courts. For exams, connect hierarchy with the appeal system.
View question detailsWhich option shows the correct relation between judiciary and executive?
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The judiciary can stop illegal executive actions. For exams, remember control means legal check, not daily administration.
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