Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar criticised the Supreme Court for a judgement setting a timeline for the President to sign the bills passed by the states. He called for accountability by the judiciary and described Article 142 of the Indian Constitution as a powerful tool. What are the provisions and scope of Article 142 of the Indian Constitution?
Provides the Supreme Court with extraordinary powers.Correct Answer
Allows the judiciary to encroach on legislative domains.Incorrect Answer
Grants the Supreme Court powers to enforce decrees.Incorrect Answer
Ensures justice beyond existing laws.Incorrect Answer
Explanation:
Option 1: Correct. Article 142 provides the Supreme Court with extraordinary powers to issue orders as needed for justice.
Option 2: Incorrect. While Article 142 is cited in controversies about judicial overreach, it does not specifically allow encroachment.
Option 3: Partially correct. Article 142(2) does grant powers, but not the entire scope of Article 142.
Option 4: Partially correct. Article 142 allows the Court to ensure justice, but 'beyond existing laws' pertains to specific interpretations.
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By: susheel