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What is judicial review, and why is it important?
Original Khojo Papers practice question — not from a past board paper.
Answer
Judicial review is the power of the Supreme Court and the High Courts to examine a law or an executive order and to declare it void if it conflicts with the Constitution. It is important because it keeps the legislature and the executive within the limits the Constitution sets and protects the fundamental rights of citizens.
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Explanation
It makes the courts the guardian of the Constitution.
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