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Role of Judiciary in Democracy

Political Science ⇒ Democracy and Political Processes

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Describe the process of appointment of judges to the Supreme Court of India.
Describe the role of the judiciary in protecting fundamental rights in India.
Explain how judicial review strengthens democracy in India.
Explain how the judiciary acts as a guardian of the Constitution.
Explain the concept of 'separation of powers' in the context of the judiciary.
Explain the difference between judicial review and judicial activism.
Explain the importance of an independent judiciary in a democracy.
Explain the term 'judicial restraint'.
What is the primary function of the judiciary in a democracy? (1) Law-making, (2) Law-interpretation, (3) Law-enforcement, (4) Law-amendment
Which article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the independence of the judiciary? (1) Article 32, (2) Article 50, (3) Article 21, (4) Article 14
Which court is known as the 'guardian of the Constitution' in India? (1) High Court, (2) District Court, (3) Supreme Court, (4) Family Court
Which of the following is a characteristic of the Indian judiciary? (1) Hierarchical structure, (2) Unitary structure, (3) Decentralized structure, (4) None of these
Fill in the blank: The _______ system in India allows the Supreme Court to hear appeals from lower courts.
Fill in the blank: The judiciary acts as a _______ on the powers of the legislature and executive.
Fill in the blank: The judiciary ensures the _______ of law in a democracy.
Fill in the blank: The judiciary in India is described as the _______ of the Constitution.
True or False: The judiciary can amend the Constitution of India.
True or False: The judiciary can interfere in the functioning of the legislature at any time.
True or False: The judiciary can make laws in India.
True or False: The judiciary in India is independent from the executive and the legislature.