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Under Article 143 of the Indian Constitution, the President can refer questions of law or fact to the Supreme Court for its advisory opinion. Is the Supreme Court bound to give its opinion?
A. Yes, in all cases referred by the President
B. No, the Supreme Court has discretion in certain types of references, and the opinion is non-binding✓ Correct Answer
C. Yes, and the President is bound to follow the advice
D. No, the Supreme Court can refuse any reference outright
💡 Solution & Explanation
Article 143 empowers the President to seek advisory opinions from the Supreme Court, but the Court retains discretion in certain matters and its delivered opinion remains non-binding. The executive branch is never obligated to implement the suggested legal interpretation.
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