Which of the following best describes the scope of judicial review regarding the executive's power to maintain law and order, as observed by the Supreme Court?

Judicial review is limited but can examine if executive actions are within reasonable limits and in the public interest.

The executive's power to issue show-cause notices to protestors is immune to judicial scrutiny.

The judiciary is strictly prohibited from interfering in any administrative decisions involving the closure of public infrastructure.

The judiciary has absolute authority to override all executive decisions related to public order.

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11 September 2026

Supreme Court on NEET-UG protest harassment

The topic involves significant judicial intervention regarding the limits of executive power, the protection of fundamental rights, and the accountability of civil servants, which are core themes in GS2 and GS4.

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Supreme Court (SC) intervened to protect a 14-year-old minor NEET-UG protestor from threats and intimidation by anti-social elements.
The SC directed the Uttar Pradesh Police to provide protection to the minor and her family and to take immediate action on the FIR filed at Parliament Street police station.
The SC emphasized that vulnerable victims should have mechanisms to safeguard their privacy and access legal recourse, including the SC-appointed High-Powered Enquiry Committee.
An Executive Magistrate of the Greater Noida Commissionerate was suspended for issuing a show-cause notice to a student protestor, violating a prior SC order prohibiting coercive measures against such students.
The SC issued notice to the Centre, Delhi government, Delhi Police, and Delhi Metro Rail Corporation regarding a petition challenging the closure of 17 Metro stations during protests.
The Court acknowledged that while maintaining law and order is an Executive domain, judicial review is applicable to determine if the exercise of such powers remains within reasonable limits and public interest.

Part of a longer story

This is day 28 of 28 in Protests against police conduct and state security measures, which has been running since 25 July 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

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Discuss the role of the judiciary in protecting the rights of vulnerable witnesses and minors within the criminal justice system, especially in the context of ongoing public agitations. 150 words

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The balance between maintaining public order and protecting the fundamental rights of citizens is a recurring challenge for the Indian state. In light of recent judicial interventions regarding protest management and administrative overreach, analyze the scope of judicial review in matters of executive discretion. 250 words

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Which of the following best describes the scope of judicial review regarding the executive's power to maintain law and order, as observed by the Supreme Court?

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