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CBSE · Class 11 · Political Science

What Judiciary covers in CBSE Class 11 Political Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 11 Political Science syllabus.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 11 Political Science · 2026-27

Topics in Judiciary

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1. Why an Independent Judiciary is Needed

  • Disputes arise between individuals, groups, and the government, so a neutral body is needed to settle them.
  • Rule of law means all people are subject to the same law, regardless of wealth, gender, or social status.
  • The judiciary protects rights, settles disputes according to law, and prevents dictatorship by individuals or groups.
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2. Independence of Judges and Their Appointment

  • The Constitution keeps the legislature out of the appointment process of judges to reduce party influence.
  • Judges should be chosen for legal knowledge and experience, not political loyalty.
  • Judges have fixed tenure and remain in office until retirement age.
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3. Chief Justice Appointment and Seniority Convention

  • A convention developed that the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court should be appointed as CJI.
  • This convention was broken twice.
  • In 1973, A. N. Ray was appointed as CJI superseding three senior judges.
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4. Structure of the Indian Judiciary

  • India has a single integrated judicial system.
  • The judicial structure is pyramidal.
  • The Supreme Court is at the top.

Key Concepts

Central concept: The Judiciary in India as an independent organ that interprets the Constitution, protects rights, settles disputes, and balances power with the executive and legislature

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What are the important topics in Judiciary for CBSE Class 11 Political Science?
Key topics in Judiciary include Why an Independent Judiciary is Needed, Independence of Judges and Their Appointment, Chief Justice Appointment and Seniority Convention, Structure of the Indian Judiciary. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Judiciary for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 92 practice questions on Judiciary. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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