Q. In the context of the concept of judicial review, consider the following statements:
- Judicial review allows courts to assess the constitutionality of legislative acts.
- The principle of judicial review was established in the United States by the case Marbury v. Madison.
- Judicial review is a practice limited only to the High courts and the Supreme Court of India.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer:
Only two
Notes:
- Judicial review allows courts to assess the constitutionality of legislative acts: This is correct. Judicial review empowers courts to invalidate laws that are found unconstitutional.
- The principle of judicial review was established in the United States by the case Marbury v. Madison: This is correct. This landmark case in 1803 established the principle of judicial review in the U.S.
- Judicial review is a practice limited only to the High courts and the Supreme Court of India: This is incorrect. Judicial review can be exercised by all levels of courts in India, not just the Supreme Court.