What does the Judicial Review function of the Supreme Court mean?

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What does the “Judicial Review” function of the Supreme Court mean?
Consider the following statements: 1. The Constitution of India defines its ‘basic structure’ in termsof federalism, secularism, fundamental rights and democracy. 2. The Constitution of India provides for ‘judicial review’ to safeguard the ‘citizens’ liberties and to preserve the ideals on which the constitution is based. Q. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

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Polity

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SSC

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The "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court refers to its power to examine the constitutional validity of laws. This means that the Supreme Court has the authority to review and determine whether or not a law passed by the legislature is in alignment with the provisions of the constitution. If the Court finds that a law violates the constitution, it can declare the law unconstitutional and therefore invalid. This power of judicial review helps ensure that the government does not exceed its constitutional authority and that laws do not infringe upon the fundamental rights and principles of the constitution. It is important to note that the Supreme Court does not have the power to review its own judgments or to review the functioning of the judiciary in the country.