17 Questions
What are the three grounds on which the scope of judicial review is limited?
Unreasonableness, Illegality, and Procedural impropriety
Under what circumstances can the judiciary review policy matters?
If the policy is irrational, arbitrary, or in contravention of statutory provisions
Which article of the Indian Constitution is related to judicial review in the High Court?
Article 227
Which court in India is authorized with the power of judicial review?
The Supreme Court
What is a key principle regarding judicial review in policy matters?
Policy decisions can be reviewed if found arbitrary, unreasonable, or in violation of statutory provisions
Which part of the Constitution of India allows certain Acts and Regulations to be validated even if they are inconsistent with certain rights conferred by other provisions?
Ninth Schedule
What is the significance of the Preamble to the Constitution of India?
It provides guidelines to guide the people of the nation.
Under what circumstances can Acts and Regulations specified in the Ninth Schedule be deemed void?
If they are inconsistent with any provision of Part III
Which Article of the Constitution of India saves laws giving effect to certain directive principles from being void due to inconsistency with specific rights?
Article 31A
Why should a policy decision not be in contravention of statutory provisions?
Because the Legislature has provided for a particular right.
Which provision in the Constitution of India ensures that laws effecting directive principles cannot be called into question in court for not fully giving effect to such policy?
Article 31C
In which case was it stated that the court will not interfere in matters of administrative action or changes?
Monarch Infrastructure (P) Ltd.v.Commissioner, Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation
When did the Preamble to the Constitution of India come into effect?
26 January 1950
Which part of the Constitution of India deals with the saving of laws giving effect to certain directive principles?
Part IVA
In the context of the Constitution of India, what is the role of a competent Legislature regarding Acts and Regulations specified in the Ninth Schedule?
Repeal or amend them as necessary
What term is used to refer to an introductory statement in a document that explains its philosophy and objectives?
Preamble
What does the Preamble to the Constitution of India reflect according to the text?
Hopes and aspirations of the people
Explore the concept of judicial review and its role as a check and balance in the separation of powers. Understand how the judiciary safeguards the constitution by reviewing actions of the government organs like the executive and legislature.
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