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Which constitutional provision gives the Supreme Court of India the power of review over its own judgment or order?
A. Article 131
B. Article 137✓ Correct Answer
C. Article 141
D. Article 144
💡 Solution & Explanation
Article 137 of the Constitution explicitly empowers the Supreme Court of India to review any judgment pronounced or order made by it, subject to any laws made by Parliament or rules framed under Article 143. This review jurisdiction acts as an exception to the general rule of finality of apex court verdicts. In contrast, Article 131 deals with original jurisdiction in center-state disputes. Civil and judicial authorities must act in aid of the Supreme Court under Article 144.
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