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Judiciary · CBSE STD 8 (CBSE - English Medium). 9 questions.

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Question 12 Marks
Why do we need judicial system in our country?
Answer
The need for judicial system in our country because:
  1. To enforce this rule of law, we have a judicial system that consists of the mechanism of courts that a citizen can approach when a law is violated.
  2. As an organ of the State, the judiciary plays a crucial role in the functioning of India’s democracy.
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Question 22 Marks
Describe Public Interest Litigation.
Answer
Public Interest Litigation or PIL is a mechanism to increase access to justice. It allows any individual or organisation to file a PIL in the High Court or the Supreme Court on behalf of those whose rights are being violated.
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Question 32 Marks
What is the structure of the judicial system of India?
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The judicial system of India is stratified into various levels. At the apex is the Supreme Court, which is followed by High Courts at the state level, District Courts at the district level and Lok Adalats at the Village and Panchayat Level. The structure of the courts from the lower to the highest level resembles a pyramid.
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Question 42 Marks
How is the work of the judiciary categorised?
Answer
The Judiciary comprises of courts that take decisions on a very large number of issues. The work of the judiciary can be divided into 3 categories, namely Dispute Resolution, Judicial Review and upholding the Law and Enforcing Fundamental Rights.
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Question 52 Marks
How can we say that Indian Judiciary is independent?
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Indian judiciary is considered an independent institution because:
  • The other branches of government: the legislature and the executive - cannot interfere in the work of the judiciary.
  • The courts are not under the government and do not act on their behalf.
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Question 62 Marks
Why is judiciary important?
Answer
Judiciary is important as it performs several interpretative functions like settlement of disputes, judicial precedents and protection of Fundamental Rights and enforces rule of law.
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Question 72 Marks
How is the work of the judiciary categorized?
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The work that the judiciary does can be divided into the following:
  1. Dispute Resolution.
  2. Judicial Review.
  3. Upholding the Law and Enforcing Fundamental Rights.
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Question 82 Marks
List two reasons why you believe an independent judiciary is essential to democracy.
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What is the need of an independent judiciary in a democracy?

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You read that one of the main functions of the judiciary is ‘upholding the law and Enforcing Fundamental Rights’. Why do you think an independent judiciary is necessary to carry out this important function?
Answer
Independent judiciary is essential to democracy because.
  1. It allows the courts to work independently, without being under the influence of the rich and powerful people or other branches of the state like - the legislature and the executive.
  2. The court can play a crucial role in protecting the Fundamental Rights of the citizens as well as enforce the rule of law.
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Question 92 Marks
In what ways is the Supreme Court, the guardian of Fundamental Rights?
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Supreme Court acts as a guardian of fundamental rights as it ensures that people are able to practice their rights in the required manner. Every citizen of India can approach the Supreme Court or the High Court if they believe that their Fundamental Rights have been violated.
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