⚖️ Polity & GovernanceUPSC 2001Salient Features of RPA

The Supreme Court of India tenders advice to the President on a matter of law or fact:

aon its own initiative
bonly if he seeks such advice
conly if the matter relates to the Fundamental Rights of citizens
donly if the issue poses a threat to the unity and integrity of the country
✓ Correct answer: b) only if he seeks such advice
ExplanationUnder article 143 of the Indian Constitution, the President can seek the Supreme Court’s opinion on public importance matters.However, this advice is provided only if the President asks for it; the Supreme Court does not offer advice on its own initiative.This process is known as the Advisory Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court under Article 143. 232

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