Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

From which country the Indian Constitution borrowed the provision of Power of Judicial Review and independence of the judiciary?

Options:

Australia

Germany

Japan

USA

Correct Answer:

USA

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4 - USA

The provision of the power of judicial review and independence of the judiciary in the Indian Constitution was inspired by the United States of America (USA).

The Indian Constitution is a fascinating document that draws inspiration from various countries around the world. Some of the key features borrowed from other constitutions:

United States: The fundamental rights enshrined in the Indian Constitution share similarities with the Bill of Rights in the US Constitution. The provision of the power of judicial review and independence of the judiciary in the Indian Constitution was also inspired by the United States of America (USA).
Britain: The parliamentary system with a cabinet form of government, including the role of Prime Minister and collective responsibility, is derived from the British model.
Ireland: The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy, which are guidelines for the government, finds its roots in the Irish Constitution.
Canada: The federal structure with a strong central government is influenced by the Canadian system.
Germany: The provision to suspend fundamental rights during emergencies is adapted from the Weimar Republic Constitution of Germany. We also adopted the provisions related to Financial Emergency in the Indian Constitution rom the Constitution of Germany (Weimar Constitution).
France: The Indian Republic's foundation draws inspiration from the French concept of a republic. French Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen (1789) is a strong influence on the Principle of Liberty in the Indian Constitution.
South Africa: The Indian constitution borrowed the procedure of amending the constitution from the constitution of South Africa.The idea of socio-economic rights also finds its echo in the South African Constitution.
Australia: The concept of a concurrent list of subjects for both the central and state governments is borrowed from Australia.