What is the role of the Judiciary? Quiz - CBSE Class 6 Social Science
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What is the primary function of the judiciary?
- Enforcing laws
- Interpreting laws
- Making laws
- Advising on laws
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Answer: B. Interpreting laws
The primary function of the judiciary is to interpret laws and ensure justice is served.
How does the judiciary uphold the Constitution?
- By interpreting its articles
- By amending it
- By enforcing laws
- By creating policies
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Answer: A. By interpreting its articles
The judiciary upholds the Constitution by interpreting its articles to ensure all laws align with constitutional principles.
What is meant by 'justice delayed is justice denied'?
- Justice is not served until all cases are solved
- Delay in the judicial process denies the right to justice
- Justice can be appealed
- Justice only applies to certain laws
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Answer: B. Delay in the judicial process denies the right to justice
This phrase means that if there is too much delay in judicial proceedings, it effectively denies the individuals their right to justice.
What role does the judiciary play in checks and balances?
- It creates laws
- It interprets laws
- It investigates crimes
- It holds the legislative accountable
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Answer: D. It holds the legislative accountable
The judiciary holds the legislative branch accountable by reviewing the laws it creates to ensure they are constitutional.
What can citizens do if they believe a law is unjust?
- Ignore the law
- Appeal to the judiciary
- Change it themselves
- Follow it anyway
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Answer: B. Appeal to the judiciary
Citizens can challenge laws they believe are unjust by appealing to the judiciary, seeking a review or change in application.