This mind map outlines the multifaceted role of the Supreme Court of India, focusing on its constitutional powers, the concepts of judicial review and activism, and recent interventions that shape governance and policy.
This mind map outlines the multifaceted role of the Supreme Court of India, focusing on its constitutional powers, the concepts of judicial review and activism, and recent interventions that shape governance and policy.
Original Jurisdiction (Art. 131)
Appellate Jurisdiction (Art. 132-134A, 136)
Writ Jurisdiction (Art. 32)
Advisory Jurisdiction (Art. 143)
Power to do Complete Justice (Art. 142)
Constitutional Validity of Laws
Protection of Fundamental Rights
Basic Structure Doctrine (Kesavananda Bharati)
Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
Compelling Executive/Legislature
Areas: Environment, Human Rights, Good Governance
Electoral Bonds Case (2024)
'Freebies' Debate (2022-26)
Air Pollution, Migrant Crisis, Hate Speech
Original Jurisdiction (Art. 131)
Appellate Jurisdiction (Art. 132-134A, 136)
Writ Jurisdiction (Art. 32)
Advisory Jurisdiction (Art. 143)
Power to do Complete Justice (Art. 142)
Constitutional Validity of Laws
Protection of Fundamental Rights
Basic Structure Doctrine (Kesavananda Bharati)
Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
Compelling Executive/Legislature
Areas: Environment, Human Rights, Good Governance
Electoral Bonds Case (2024)
'Freebies' Debate (2022-26)
Air Pollution, Migrant Crisis, Hate Speech
Article 32 (Right to Constitutional Remedies) and Article 226 (High Courts) empower citizens to approach courts for enforcement of fundamental rights.
Article 13 declares laws inconsistent with fundamental rights as void.
Article 136 (Special Leave Petition) allows the SC to grant special leave to appeal from any judgment or order.
Article 141 states that the law declared by the SC is binding on all courts.
Judicial Review ensures adherence to the Constitution, protects fundamental rights, and maintains the balance of power among the three organs of government.
Judicial Activism often manifests in cases related to environmental protection, human rights, good governance, and sometimes in policy areas like economic decisions or electoral matters.
The Court's intervention in the 'freebies' debate exemplifies its role in ensuring responsible governance and protecting the long-term economic health of the nation.
Debate exists on the limits of judicial activism, often termed judicial overreach, when it encroaches upon the domains of the legislature or executive.
This mind map outlines the multifaceted role of the Supreme Court of India, focusing on its constitutional powers, the concepts of judicial review and activism, and recent interventions that shape governance and policy.
Supreme Court of India
Article 32 (Right to Constitutional Remedies) and Article 226 (High Courts) empower citizens to approach courts for enforcement of fundamental rights.
Article 13 declares laws inconsistent with fundamental rights as void.
Article 136 (Special Leave Petition) allows the SC to grant special leave to appeal from any judgment or order.
Article 141 states that the law declared by the SC is binding on all courts.
Judicial Review ensures adherence to the Constitution, protects fundamental rights, and maintains the balance of power among the three organs of government.
Judicial Activism often manifests in cases related to environmental protection, human rights, good governance, and sometimes in policy areas like economic decisions or electoral matters.
The Court's intervention in the 'freebies' debate exemplifies its role in ensuring responsible governance and protecting the long-term economic health of the nation.
Debate exists on the limits of judicial activism, often termed judicial overreach, when it encroaches upon the domains of the legislature or executive.
This mind map outlines the multifaceted role of the Supreme Court of India, focusing on its constitutional powers, the concepts of judicial review and activism, and recent interventions that shape governance and policy.
Supreme Court of India