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Under Article 143, the President can refer a question of law or fact of public importance to the Supreme Court for its opinion. Is the Supreme Court's opinion binding on the President?
A. Yes, always binding
B. No, it is purely advisory and non-binding✓ Correct Answer
C. Binding only if passed unanimously
D. Binding only if related to constitutional amendments
💡 Solution & Explanation
Under Article 143 of the Constitution, the advisory opinion delivered by the Supreme Court is strictly consultative and non-binding on the President, meaning the executive is not legally compelled to follow it. This mechanism allows the President to seek judicial guidance on complex public questions without altering executive decision-making autonomy.
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