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Which of the following is an essential part of the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary?

Judicial review enables courts to test legislative and executive action against constitutional limits, giving practical effect to the rule of law. The Supreme Court’s…

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Which of the following is an essential part of the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary?

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Judicial review enables courts to test legislative and executive action against constitutional limits, giving practical effect to the rule of law. The Supreme Court’s basic-structure doctrine protects judicial review and judicial independence. Articles 32 and 226 provide central constitutional remedies; the Supreme Court’s original jurisdiction under Article 131 is a narrower jurisdictional provision.

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