Why is the Supreme Court’s interpretation of the Constitution important?

Correct answer: Because it gives final judicial direction on the meaning of the Constitution

Correct answer: A. The Constitution contains the basic rules, rights, powers, and limits of government, but disputes may arise about what a provision means or how it applies to a real case. The Supreme Court examines the constitutional text, legal principles, facts, and earlier judicial reasoning before giving an authoritative judicial interpretation. This helps maintain consistency, protect rights, and check whether laws or government actions fit constitutional requirements. Option A is correct because the Court’s interpretation provides the highest judicial guidance on constitutional meaning in the Indian system. Option B is wrong because election posters are campaign materials, not constitutional interpretation. Option C is wrong because opening markets is an economic or administrative matter. Option D is wrong because sports rules are made by relevant sporting bodies, not through constitutional adjudication. ‘Final interpreter’ is a useful exam phrase, but remember that the Court interprets the Constitution through cases and legal reasoning, not personal preference.