UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 8
Who/Which of the following is the custodian of the Constitution of India?
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Correct answer: D
Correct Option: D
Explanation: The Supreme Court is regarded as the guardian of the Constitution through judicial review and constitutional interpretation.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Incorrect - The President is constitutionally bound to preserve the Constitution but is not the principal judicial custodian.
B: Incorrect - The Prime Minister leads the government and cannot conclusively interpret constitutionality.
C: Incorrect - The Lok Sabha Secretariat administers parliamentary work, not constitutional review.
D: Correct - The Supreme Court can invalidate laws or executive actions contrary to the Constitution.