Question

Why is judiciary called "the guardian of fundamental rights"?

• A. Because it has the power to amend fundamental rights
• B. Because the Fundamental Rights were established by the judiciary
• C. Because it has the power of judicial review
• D. Because the judiciary operates at three different levels

Answer 1

The correct option is C Because it has the power of judicial review

The judiciary has the power of judicial review, which gives the courts, the power to examine the laws made by the legislature and declare it invalid if it violates the Fundamental Rights. Hence, the judiciary is called the guardian of fundamental rights.