Consider the following Assertion and Reason:
Assertion (A): The Supreme Court of India has the power of judicial review.
Reason (R): Articles 13, 32 and 226 collectively form the constitutional basis of judicial review in India.
Which of the following is correct with respect to the above?
Correct answer: A
Explanation
The Supreme Court does have the power of judicial review, and Articles 13, 32 and 226 together supply its constitutional foundation. Article 13 makes laws inconsistent with Fundamental Rights void, Article 32 lets the Supreme Court enforce those rights, and Article 226 gives the High Courts writ jurisdiction. The Reason directly explains why the power exists, so it's the correct explanation.