Static Quiz 21 April 2025 (Polity)
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Static Quiz 21 April 2025 (Polity) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Judicial Review in India is derived from which of the following doctrines?
CorrectAnswer: (a) Basic Structure
Explanation: Judicial Review in India is rooted in the Basic Structure Doctrine, established in the Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973) case, which held that any constitutional amendment violating the basic structure is subject to judicial review.IncorrectAnswer: (a) Basic Structure
Explanation: Judicial Review in India is rooted in the Basic Structure Doctrine, established in the Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973) case, which held that any constitutional amendment violating the basic structure is subject to judicial review. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following Articles empower the High Courts with judicial review powers?
CorrectAnswer: (a) Article 226
Explanation: Article 226 provides High Courts the power to issue writs not just for enforcement of fundamental rights, but also for any other purpose, making it a broad instrument for judicial review.IncorrectAnswer: (a) Article 226
Explanation: Article 226 provides High Courts the power to issue writs not just for enforcement of fundamental rights, but also for any other purpose, making it a broad instrument for judicial review. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following cases:
1. Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala
2. Golaknath v. State of Punjab
3. Minerva Mills v. Union of India
Which of the above are related to the expansion of judicial review?CorrectAnswer: (c) 1, 2 and 3
Explanation: All three landmark cases expanded the scope of judicial review:
• Golaknath restricted Parliament from curtailing fundamental rights.
• Kesavananda Bharati introduced the Basic Structure concept.
• Minerva Mills reaffirmed limits on Parliament’s power through judicial review.IncorrectAnswer: (c) 1, 2 and 3
Explanation: All three landmark cases expanded the scope of judicial review:
• Golaknath restricted Parliament from curtailing fundamental rights.
• Kesavananda Bharati introduced the Basic Structure concept.
• Minerva Mills reaffirmed limits on Parliament’s power through judicial review. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Judicial Review in India includes which of the following?
1. Review of legislative actions
2. Review of administrative actions
3. Review of constitutional amendments
Select the correct answer:CorrectAnswer: (d) 1, 2 and 3
Explanation: Judicial review in India encompasses a broad range including:
• Legislative actions (e.g., laws passed by Parliament),
• Administrative actions (e.g., executive orders), and
• Constitutional amendments, post-Kesavananda Bharati.IncorrectAnswer: (d) 1, 2 and 3
Explanation: Judicial review in India encompasses a broad range including:
• Legislative actions (e.g., laws passed by Parliament),
• Administrative actions (e.g., executive orders), and
• Constitutional amendments, post-Kesavananda Bharati. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding Judicial Review in India?
CorrectAnswer: (d) It is applicable only to Central laws
Explanation: Judicial review is applicable to both Central and State laws. Therefore, statement (d) is incorrect.IncorrectAnswer: (d) It is applicable only to Central laws
Explanation: Judicial review is applicable to both Central and State laws. Therefore, statement (d) is incorrect.
