The Supreme Court of India tenders’ advice to the President on a matter of law or fact
- Aon its own initiative
- Bonly if he seeks such adviceCorrect
- Conly if the matter relates to the Fundamental Rights of citizens
- Donly if the issue poses a threat to the unity and integrity of the country
Explanation
The correct option is B because of the Advisory Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court under Article 143 of the Indian Constitution. According to this article, the President may seek the opinion of the Supreme Court on any question of law or fact that is of public importance. The Court does not offer this advice on its own initiative; it only does so when the President specifically refers the matter to it. Furthermore, the advice given by the Supreme Court is not binding on the President.
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