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The Supreme Court of India tenders advice to the President of India on a matter of fact or law

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The Supreme Court of India tenders advice to the President of India on a matter of fact or law
  1. on its own initiative
  2. only if he refers the matter to it
  3. only if the matter relates to the fundamental rights of citizens
  4. only if it is question related to the unity and integrity of the country

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: B - only if he refers the matter to it
Under Article 143 the Supreme Court gives an advisory opinion only when the President refers a question of law or fact of public importance to it; it has no power to advise on its own initiative. The reference may concern any such question, so it is not confined to fundamental rights or to the unity and integrity of the country, and the Court may even decline to answer a reference under Article 143(1).

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