GCECivic EducationConstitution and Government2022

Judicial review in a constitutional democracy primarily serves to

Aallow the judiciary to make laws in place of the legislature
Benable courts to examine the conformity of legislation and executive actions with the constitutionCORRECT
Cgive the Supreme Court power to remove elected officials from office
Dpermit judges to review the decisions of the electoral commission
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
Judicial review is the power of courts to assess whether laws passed by the legislature or actions taken by the executive conform to the provisions of the constitution. Where such laws or actions are found to be unconstitutional, the courts can declare them null and void. This power is essential for upholding constitutional supremacy and protecting citizens' rights.
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