Question

Two statements are given. Choose the correct option based on the statements
Statements :
1. The Supreme Court of India is the final interpreter of the constitution
2. The decision of the Supreme Court can be overlooked by the President of India

• A. Only the statement (1) is true
• B. Only the statement (2) is true
• C. Both statements (1) and (2) are true
• D. Both statements (1) and (2) are false

Hint:

The President's power of pardon (Article 72) is a discretionary executive power, not a judicial review power.
The President cannot declare a Supreme Court ruling on a law null and void.
Only Parliament can change the law itself to alter the basis of a judgment.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Verify Statement 1.
The Supreme Court of India is the apex court and the final interpreter of the Constitution under Articles 124-147. Statement 1 is true.
Step 2: Verify Statement 2.
The President has no power to overlook or override a Supreme Court decision. SC decisions are binding on all courts and authorities under Article 141. Statement 2 is false.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Only Statement 1 is correct; the President cannot override SC judgements.
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