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Which specific constitutional provision empowers the Supreme Court to review any judgment or order pronounced by it, ensuring corrective flexibility in jurisprudence?

A. Article 137✓ Correct Answer
B. Article 138
C. Article 139
D. Article 140

💡 Solution & Explanation

Article 137 of the Constitution empowers the Supreme Court to review any judgment pronounced or order made by it, subject to provisions of any parliamentary law or rules made under Article 145. Article 138 enlarges the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court, while Article 139 confers powers to issue writs for purposes other than fundamental rights. Review petitions must be filed within a prescribed limitation period following judgment delivery.

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