What are the powers of the supreme court? Flashcards
(25 cards)
What is the supreme court’s role in the UK?
The supreme court serves as the highest court in the UK, resolving disputes and interpreting laws.
True or False: The supreme court can overrule decisions made by lower courts.
True
Fill in the blank: The supreme court has the power of _____, which allows it to declare legislation incompatible with the Human Rights Act.
judicial review
What is judicial review?
Judicial review is the power of the supreme court to assess the legality of actions taken by public bodies.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a power of the supreme court? A) Interpret laws B) Create laws C) Overrule lower court decisions
B) Create laws
What does the supreme court primarily deal with?
The supreme court primarily deals with cases of the greatest public or constitutional importance.
True or False: The supreme court can hear any case it chooses.
False
What is the significance of the supreme court’s decisions?
Supreme court decisions set legal precedents that must be followed by lower courts.
Fill in the blank: The supreme court was established by the _____ Act 2005.
Constitutional
What is the composition of the supreme court?
The supreme court is composed of 12 justices, including the President and Deputy President.
Multiple Choice: Who appoints the justices of the supreme court? A) The Prime Minister B) The Monarch C) The Judicial Appointments Commission
C) The Judicial Appointments Commission
What is the power of the supreme court regarding the interpretation of statutes?
The supreme court has the power to interpret statutes and clarify their meaning.
True or False: The supreme court can only hear civil cases.
False
What is the role of the supreme court in relation to the European Court of Human Rights?
The supreme court considers rulings from the European Court of Human Rights but is not bound by them.
Fill in the blank: The supreme court can rule on cases involving _____ law.
constitutional
What are the grounds for appealing to the supreme court?
Appeals to the supreme court can be made on points of law or significant public interest.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key function of the supreme court? A) Legislation B) Judicial review C) Tax collection
B) Judicial review
What is the supreme court’s relationship with the Parliament?
The supreme court can review the legality of Parliament’s actions but cannot overturn legislation.
True or False: The supreme court’s decisions can be appealed.
False
What is the role of the supreme court in protecting individual rights?
The supreme court protects individual rights by ensuring laws comply with human rights standards.
Fill in the blank: The supreme court’s rulings can influence _____ policy.
government
What is the power of the supreme court regarding public inquiries?
The supreme court can oversee and ensure that public inquiries are conducted fairly and legally.
Multiple Choice: Which case type is most common in the supreme court? A) Criminal B) Civil C) Administrative
B) Civil
What is the supreme court’s power in relation to common law?
The supreme court can develop and adapt common law through its rulings.
