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What is the power that a court exercises, to carry out judgement, interpret laws, and settle disputes called?

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Judicial Review

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Jurisdiction

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Parliamentary sovereignty

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Contempt of court

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The correct option is B Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction is the power that a court exercises, to carry out judgement, interpret laws, and settle disputes. The Supreme Court and the High Courts work on different levels of jurisdiction.

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