Which article of the Indian Constitution mandates that "all civil and judicial authorities within India must assist the Supreme Court"?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Article 144.
- Article 144 stipulates that all civil and judicial authorities within India must assist the Supreme Court.
- According to Article 137, the Supreme Court possesses the authority to review its own judgments or orders, subject to parliamentary laws or rules under Article 145.
- Article 121 prohibits parliamentary discussions regarding the conduct of Supreme Court or High Court judges, except through a motion for the judge's removal presented to the President.
- Article 157 concerns the eligibility criteria for appointing Governors, requiring Indian citizenship and a minimum age of thirty-five.