Question

Which one of the following is not correct in respect of the Supreme Court of India?

• A. The Constitution of India made the Supreme Court as the custodian and protector of the Constitution
• B. There is no appeal against the judgement of the Supreme Court
• C. Article 124 of the Constitution of India establishes the Supreme Court of India
• D. A citizen cannot directly approach the Supreme Court for enforcement of Fundamental Rights.

Hint:

Under Article 32, the right to approach the Supreme Court directly for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights is itself a fundamental right.
Be careful to read "NOT correct" questions thoroughly to avoid selecting correct statements.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Evaluate each statement about the Supreme Court.
Option 1 is correct: the SC is the custodian of the Constitution. Option 2 is correct: SC judgments are final with no further appeal. Option 3 is correct: Article 124 establishes the Supreme Court.
Step 2: Examine Option 4.
Option 4 states that a citizen cannot directly approach the Supreme Court for enforcement of Fundamental Rights. This is incorrect: under Article 32 of the Constitution, every citizen has the right to move the Supreme Court directly for enforcement of Fundamental Rights, and this right itself is a Fundamental Right.
Step 3: Identify the incorrect statement.
Option 4 is the incorrect statement about the Supreme Court of India.
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