Understanding the Role of the Judiciary

The video tutorial explains the role and functions of the judiciary, highlighting its origins from the British legal system. It covers the judiciary's responsibilities, including dispute resolution, judicial review, and upholding fundamental rights. The judiciary can resolve disputes between citizens and governments, and citizens can approach higher courts if their rights are violated. The concept of judicial review allows the judiciary to invalidate laws that contradict the constitution.

What is the primary role of the judiciary in a country?

• To create laws

• To interpret and apply the law

• To elect government officials

• To enforce laws

Which legal system does the Indian Judiciary continue from?

• German legal system

• French legal system

• American legal system

• British legal system

What types of issues can courts decide on?

• Only civil cases

• A wide range of issues including disputes and crimes

• Only criminal cases

• Only international disputes

Who can approach the Supreme Court or High Court if they believe their fundamental rights are violated?

• Only international organizations

• Only state governments

• Any citizen of India

• Only government officials

What does the constitution guarantee to all citizens?

• Only economic rights

• No rights at all

• Basic freedoms in the form of fundamental rights

• Unlimited freedom

What is the judiciary's power to invalidate laws that violate the constitution called?

• Executive review

• Legislative review

• Constitutional amendment

• Judicial review

What can the judiciary do if a law violates the basic structure of the constitution?

• Amend the law

• Strike down the law

• Ignore the law

• Enforce the law