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CBSE Class 8 Civics Chapter 5 Judiciary

The document contains important questions related to the judiciary for CBSE Class 8 Civics Chapter 5. It covers topics such as the meaning of an independent judiciary, the role and structure of courts in India, the differences between criminal and civil law, and the significance of Public Interest Litigation. Additionally, it includes questions on judicial review, the Right to Constitutional Remedies, and the concept of separation of powers.

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CBSE Class 8 Civics Chapter 5 Judiciary

The document contains important questions related to the judiciary for CBSE Class 8 Civics Chapter 5. It covers topics such as the meaning of an independent judiciary, the role and structure of courts in India, the differences between criminal and civil law, and the significance of Public Interest Litigation. Additionally, it includes questions on judicial review, the Right to Constitutional Remedies, and the concept of separation of powers.

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CBSE Class 8 Civics Chapter 5 Judiciary Important Questions

1. What does an ‘independent judiciary’ mean?


2. What is the role of the judiciary? Classify the same.
3. Do you think that any ordinary citizen stands a chance against a politician in this kind of judicial
system? Why not?
4. List two reasons why you believe an independent judiciary is essential to democracy.
5. What is the structure of courts in India?
6. Write a very short note about High Courts.
7. What is the appellate system?
8. What are the different names given for the subordinate court?
9. What are the different branches of the legal system?
10. Differentiate between Criminal and Civil Law. Give points.
11. You read that one of the main functions of the judiciary is ‘upholding the law and Enforcing
Fundamental Rights’. Why do you think an independent judiciary is necessary to carry out this
important function?
12. How do you think the Right to Constitutional Remedies connects to the idea of judicial review?
13. Why do you think the introduction of Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the 1980s is a significant step
in ensuring access to justice for all?
14. Write a story around the theme, ‘Justice delayed is justice denied’.
15. Explain the terms ‘Acquit’ and ‘To Appeal.’
16. Why is a court of record called so? Who functions as it?
17. What is the purpose of Public Litigation Interest? Explain with example.
18. Name the judgement that established the Right to Livelihood as part of the Right to Life.
19. Define the term ‘Separation of powers.’
20. Define the term judicial review.

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