The Role of the Judiciary
Discover the key functions of the judiciary, including resolving disputes, interpreting the Constitution through judicial review, and protecting the Fundamental Rights of citizens.
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Discover the key functions of the judiciary, including resolving disputes, interpreting the Constitution through judicial review, and protecting the Fundamental Rights of citizens.
Key Questions
- Explain the mechanism of dispute resolution provided by the judicial system.
- Analyse the power of judicial review and its importance in a democracy.
- Justify why the judiciary is considered the guardian of the Fundamental Rights.
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