141. The Supreme Court of India can transfer cases from one High Court to another in the interest of justice under which Article of the Indian Constitution?
a) Article 32
b) Article 131
c) Article 139
d) Article 226
142. The principle of “judicial independence” means that the judiciary:
a) Can interfere in the functioning of the executive and legislative branches
b) Is subject to the control of the executive and legislative branches
c) Is free from interference and pressure from other branches of government
d) Must always follow the directives of the President
143. The Supreme Court of India can issue writs to enforce fundamental rights under which Article of the Indian Constitution?
a) Article 32
b) Article 131
c) Article 226
d) Article 356
144. The power of “judicial activism” is aimed at ensuring that:
a) The judiciary remains passive and avoids interfering in policy matters
b) The judiciary works in isolation without considering public opinion
c) The judiciary actively protects fundamental rights and addresses social issues
d) The judiciary defers to the decisions of the executive branch
145. The principle of “basic structure” doctrine in India means that:
a) The Constitution can be amended without any limitations
b) The Constitution cannot be amended in any way
c) The Constitution has certain fundamental features that cannot be altered or destroyed
d) The Constitution can be amended by a simple majority in Parliament
