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What is the primary function of the Supreme Court of Canada?
What is the primary function of the Supreme Court of Canada?
- To interpret and apply the law through legal judgments (correct)
- To oversee the election process
- To create new laws for the country
- To approve all government budgets
How many justices are there on the Supreme Court of Canada?
How many justices are there on the Supreme Court of Canada?
- 5
- 9 (correct)
- 7
- 11
What significant role does the Supreme Court of Canada play concerning the other branches of government?
What significant role does the Supreme Court of Canada play concerning the other branches of government?
- It decides the budget allocations of the government
- It acts as a check on the powers of the other branches (correct)
- It monitors the behavior of the Prime Minister
- It drafts the laws for the provinces
Which specific type of cases does the Supreme Court of Canada primarily deal with?
Which specific type of cases does the Supreme Court of Canada primarily deal with?
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Who is responsible for selecting the Justices of the Supreme Court of Canada?
Who is responsible for selecting the Justices of the Supreme Court of Canada?
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Supreme Court of Canada
- Interprets and applies Canadian law, delivering legal judgments that influence the legal landscape.
- Serves as the highest court in Canada, holding ultimate appellate jurisdiction over all other courts.
- Functions as a check on the powers of the executive and legislative branches, safeguarding against potential abuses and unconstitutional actions.
- Addresses cases that involve the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, particularly focusing on Charter Challenges which test the limits of rights and freedoms guaranteed.
- Composed of 9 justices, who are appointed by the Prime Minister, reflecting a critical element of the judiciary's independence and governance structure.
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