Which of the following statements about the powers and functions of the Supreme Court of India is/are correct? 1. The Supreme Court has the original, exclusive, and final authority to decide disputes relating to the election of the President and the Vice-President of India. 2. The Supreme Court’s advice on the removal of UPSC members is not binding on the President. 3. The Supreme Court’s jurisdiction and powers with respect to matters in the Union list can be enlarged by the Parliament. Select the correct answer using the code below: |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 3 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

The Supreme Court has original, exclusive, and final jurisdiction over disputes relating to the election of the President and the Vice-President.
The advice of the Supreme Court is binding on the President in matters related to the removal of UPSC members for misbehaviour.
The Parliament can enlarge the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court with respect to matters in the Union List, but for other matters, it requires a special agreement between the Centre and states, not just the consent of the states.

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