Parliament and sovereignty: Explain why the Parliament of India is not sovereign in the absolute sense (unlike Westminster). Consider constitutional limits on subject-matter, supremacy of the Constitution, and judicial review. Choose the most comprehensive statement.
General Knowledge
Indian Politics
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: All of the above
Explanation
Given data
- Topic: Nature of parliamentary power in India.
Concept/Approach India has a written, supreme Constitution. Parliament derives power from it, is confined by the Union/State/Concurrent Lists, and is subject to judicial review by constitutional courts.
Step-by-step reasoning • Federal distribution restricts Parliament to Union/Concurrent entries (Option A). • The Constitution sets substantive and procedural limits (Option B). • Supreme Court/High Courts can strike down unconstitutional laws (Option C). • Therefore, (D) All of the above is correct.
Final Answer All of the above