⚖️ Polity & GovernanceUPSC 2019Salient Features of RPA

It could mean which one of the following?

aThe decisions taken by the Election Commission of India while discharging its duties cannot be challenged in any court of law.

bThe Supreme Court of India is not constrained in the exercise of its powers by laws made by the Parliament.

cIn the event of a grave financial crisis in the country, the President of India can declare a Financial Emergency without the counsel from the Cabinet.

dState Legislatures cannot make laws on certain matters without the concurrence of the Union Legislature.

✓ Correct answer: b) The Supreme Court of India is not constrained in the exercise of its powers by laws made by the Parliament.

ExplanationArticle 142 of the Indian Constitution deals with the Enforcement of decrees and orders of the Supreme Court and orders as to discovery, etc. The SC Supreme Court in the exercise of its jurisdiction may pass such decree or make such order as is necessary for doing complete justice in any cause or matter pending before it.Article 142 empowers the Supreme Court to make orders that may not be bound by existing laws enacted by Parliament, enabling the Court to act in ways that ensure complete justice.216

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