Part A: Multiple Choice Questions (1 mark each)
* The Indian Judiciary is a:
a) Unitary system
b) Federal system
c) Integrated system
d) Separate system for each state
* Which of the following is responsible for ensuring the independence of the judiciary in
India?
a) The Parliament
b) The President
c) The Constitution
d) The Prime Minister
* The power of the Supreme Court to declare a law passed by the legislature as
unconstitutional is known as:
a) Judicial Activism
b) Judicial Review
c) Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
d) Original Jurisdiction
* The writ issued by a higher court to a lower court to prevent it from exceeding its
jurisdiction is:
a) Habeas Corpus
b) Mandamus
c) Prohibition
d) Quo Warranto
* The Chief Justice of India is appointed by:
a) The Lok Sabha
b) The Parliament
c) The President
d) A Collegium of judges
* Public Interest Litigation (PIL) is a mechanism through which:
a) The government can sue an individual
b) The judiciary can sue the government
c) Any citizen can approach the court on behalf of a public cause
d) Only the government can file a case in the court
* The Supreme Court of India consists of a Chief Justice and a maximum of how many other
judges (as of recent changes)?
a) 25
b) 30
c) 33
d) 35
* Which of the following is NOT a part of the Integrated Judicial System of India?
a) Supreme Court
b) High Courts
c) District Courts
d) Gram Sabha
Part B: Short Answer Questions (3-4 marks each)
* Explain the concept of an integrated judiciary in India. What does it mean for the
functioning of the courts?
* What is the significance of Judicial Review? Provide an example of how the Supreme
Court has used this power.
* Discuss any three provisions in the Indian Constitution that ensure the independence of
the judiciary.
* Briefly explain the difference between the Original and Appellate Jurisdiction of the
Supreme Court.
* What is a Public Interest Litigation (PIL)? How has it expanded the scope of justice in
India?
Part C: Long Answer Questions (5-6 marks each)
* "The judiciary in India plays a crucial role as the protector of the Constitution and the
fundamental rights of citizens." Justify this statement with reference to the powers and
functions of the Supreme Court.
* Explain the process of appointment and removal of judges of the Supreme Court and High
Courts. What measures are in place to ensure that this process is free from political
influence?
* Define Judicial Activism. How has the judiciary, through Judicial Activism, contributed to
expanding the rights and freedoms of citizens? Discuss with suitable examples.
* Describe the structure of the Indian judicial system, from the highest court to the lowest.
Explain the hierarchy and the jurisdiction of each level of the court.