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Which of the following is an example of judicial control over subordinate legislation in India?
A High Court declaring a government notification invalid because it goes beyond the powers granted by the parent Act is judicial control. Courts can review subordinate legislation and strike it down if it is ultra vires the enabling Act or the Constitution.
- AParliament passing the annual Finance Bill
- BThe Governor promulgating an ordinance
- CA High Court declaring a government notification invalid because it exceeds the powers given by the parent ActCorrect
- DThe Election Commission announcing election dates
Explanation
Judicial control means courts review delegated legislation and may declare it void if it is ultra vires the parent Act or the Constitution. The other options are legislative or executive acts, not review by courts.
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