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The concept of 'Judicial Review' in the Indian Constitution was heavily borrowed from the constitution of which country?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. United Kingdom
  2. Canada
  3. Ireland
  4. United States of America

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: United States of America

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) United States of America šŸ“š Explanation: The power of Judicial Review allows the Supreme Court to examine the constitutionality of legislative acts and executive orders. This vital safeguard to protect fundamental rights and the supremacy of the Constitution was adopted directly from the American judicial system. The UK, by contrast, follows the principle of Parliamentary sovereignty.