Supreme Court & High Courts — Set 7

Correct Answer: B. Everyone including the government is bound by the law

The Rule of Law means everyone, including the government, is subject to and bound by the law. No one is above the law and all are equal before it.

Correct Answer: B. 3 years

The Chief Justice of a High Court typically serves for a tenure of 3 years or until the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier.

Correct Answer: B. A person cannot go back on a promise made to another if the other has relied on it

The Doctrine of Promissory Estoppel prevents a person from going back on a promise or representation made to another if that person has relied on it to their detriment.

Correct Answer: B. An alternative method of dispute resolution outside of court

Arbitration is an alternative dispute resolution method where disputes are settled by an arbitrator outside the courts, helping reduce court congestion and providing faster resolution.

Correct Answer: B. Hierarchical structure, unified system, independence, and protection of fundamental rights

The Indian Judicial System is characterized by a hierarchical structure (Supreme Court, High Courts, District Courts), unified operation, judicial independence, and protection of fundamental rights.

Correct Answer: B. Proceedings held in chambers, not open to public

In Camera proceedings refer to court hearings held in the judge's chamber or in closed courts, not open to the public. They are used in sensitive cases to protect privacy.

Correct Answer: B. Release of an accused from custody on certain conditions before trial

Bail is the release of an accused from custody on certain conditions, usually with a monetary guarantee, before trial. It ensures the accused appears in court when required.

Correct Answer: B. Bail involves money while bonds involve a guarantee

Bail typically involves the accused depositing money as security, while bonds involve a third party providing a guarantee for the accused's appearance in court.

Correct Answer: B. Fair and legal procedure ensuring justice

Due Process of Law refers to a fair, legal procedure that ensures justice is administered fairly and without arbitrariness or discrimination.

Correct Answer: B. Article 21

Article 21 guarantees the right to life and personal liberty, which includes the right to a fair and legal process of law.