GK Question

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Under which Article can the President refer a question of law or fact of public importance to the Supreme Court for its advisory opinion?

  1. Article 131
  2. Article 136
  3. Article 143
  4. Article 145

Answer: Article 143

Article 143 empowers the President to refer any question of law or fact of public importance to the Supreme Court for its advisory opinion. The Supreme Court may hear such references and submit its report to the President. While advisory, such opinions carry significant weight (e.g., Ayodhya reference, 1993).

Topic Union-State Relations
Exam Relevance Advanced question for UPSC Mains and SSC CGL Tier-2; tests presidential powers and judicial advisory role