UK and US: The relative independence of the Supreme Court (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What is judicial independence?
What is judicial independence?
Judiciary free from outside influence
Which act established the UK Supreme Court?
Which act established the UK Supreme Court?
Constitutional Reform Act 2005
When did the UK Supreme Court come into effect?
When did the UK Supreme Court come into effect?
2009
At what age must UK Supreme Court justices retire?
At what age must UK Supreme Court justices retire?
75
Can the UK Supreme Court strike down primary legislation passed by Parliament?
Can the UK Supreme Court strike down primary legislation passed by Parliament?
No, due to parliamentary sovereignty
What can the UK Supreme Court issue regarding the Human Rights Act 1998?
What can the UK Supreme Court issue regarding the Human Rights Act 1998?
Declarations of incompatibility
Which constitutional article establishes the US Supreme Court?
Which constitutional article establishes the US Supreme Court?
Article III
Which 1803 case established the principle of judicial review in the US?
Which 1803 case established the principle of judicial review in the US?
Marbury v. Madison
US Supreme Court justices serve during what condition?
US Supreme Court justices serve during what condition?
Good behaviour
Who nominates and confirms US Supreme Court justices?
Who nominates and confirms US Supreme Court justices?
President nominates, Senate confirms
Which court can strike down laws as unconstitutional?
Which court can strike down laws as unconstitutional?
US Supreme Court only
Which administration's appointments shifted the US Court towards conservatism?
Which administration's appointments shifted the US Court towards conservatism?
Trump administration