Supreme Court's power of judicial review

Definition

The Supreme Court's power of judicial review refers to its authority to interpret the Constitution and determine the constitutionality of laws or government actions. This allows the Court to strike down laws that it deems incompatible with the Constitution.

Related terms

Separation of Powers: This term refers to the division of governmental powers among different branches (executive, legislative, and judicial) so that no one branch becomes too powerful.

Checks and Balances: This term refers to a system where each branch of government has some control over other branches, preventing any one branch from becoming too dominant.

Constitutionality: This term refers to whether an action or law complies with the provisions and principles outlined in the Constitution.