With regard to the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court, examine the following situations and answer the questions that follow:  (5 marks)

a. When disputes arise between governments relating to the distribution of power andfunction, the Supreme Court examines the laws to see whether they fall within theallotted legislative domain of the enacting legislature. Which principles ofinterpretation of law does the Supreme Court apply in these situations?

b. The Supreme Court of India can strike down any piece of legislation aimed at amending the Indian Constitution on two grounds. What are these grounds?