Which of the following statements about the judiciary is false?

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Chapter 4

NCERT

Class 9

Political Science

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3. Which of the following statements about the judiciary is false?

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Question:

Which of the following statements about the judiciary is false?

(i) Every law passed by the Parliament needs the approval of the Supreme Court

(ii) Judiciary can strike down a law if it goes against the spirit of the Constitution

(iii) Judiciary is independent of the Executive

(iv) Any citizen can approach the courts if her rights are violated

Answer:

(i) Every law passed by the Parliament needs the approval of the Supreme Court

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