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With reference to the advisory jurisdiction of the Supreme Court under Article 143, consider the following statements: 1. The President can refer any question of law or fact of public importance to the Supreme Court for its opinion. 2. The opinion expressed by the Supreme Court in such references is binding upon the President of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only✓ Correct Answer
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
💡 Solution & Explanation
Article 143 empowers the President to refer matters of law or public importance to the Supreme Court for advisory opinions. However, this opinion is merely advisory and not binding on the executive, making statement two incorrect. Article 141 establishes that Supreme Court declarations of law are binding on all courts within India.
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