Question

‘Judicial Review' function of the Supreme Court means the power to:
(A) review its own judgement
(B) review the functioning of the judiciary in the country
(C) examine the constitutional validity
(D) periodic review of the Constitution

Answer 1

Hint: The Supreme Court of India is the highest law-framing body established under the Constitution of India. The Chief Justice of India is considered to be the head of the Supreme Court. The main function of the Supreme Court is to protect and secure the fundamental rights of the peoples of India and to finalize any controversy that occurs between central and state governments.

Complete answer:
The foundation of the Supreme Court was laid on 26th January 1950 on the same day when our Constitution was formed. The President of India has the power to appoint the judges and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court of India has different functions to look after. Some major functions of the Supreme Court are:
1. Original Jurisdiction: The Supreme Court has given the power to look after any cases directly without any appealing from the High Court or other district courts.
2. Appellate Jurisdiction: Under this, the Supreme Court has the right to hear any case which has been already judged by the High Court.
3. Judicial Review: It is one of the most important functions that is looked after by the Supreme Court. Under Judicial Review, the Court has the right to judge and examine any law or order which has been passed by the High Court or in the Lok Sabha. If the Court found any law or order against the Constitution it has the right to make that order null and void. This law makes sure that every government officer must be aware of the powers which are given to them and must not misuse them. It also keeps on checking that every individual of India is enjoying the fundamental rights given to him without any disturbance.
So, the correct answer is Option C.

Note: The Supreme Court of India is considered to be the ‘Guardian of the Constitution’. The Judiciary Power of the Supreme Court is also important because it focuses on the best use of Democracy by ensuring that no one is violating the freedom given to them in any sense and if it happens, the Supreme Court has the right to take legal action against that person. The ‘Judicial Review’ is mentioned in our Indian Constitution under Article 226 and 227.