Who among the followings has the right to seek the advisory opinion of the supreme court of India on any question of law?

Correct option is B

Under Article 143 of the Constitution of India, the President has the right to seek the advisory opinion of the Supreme Court on any question of law or fact of public importance. This is called the Advisory Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court. The opinion provided by the court is not binding on the President.

Information Booster:

1. Article 143 deals with the advisory jurisdiction of the Supreme Court.
2. The President can refer matters such as constitutional interpretation or disputes of national importance to the Supreme Court.
3. The advisory opinion is discretionary for the President to act upon.
4. The Supreme Court’s opinion in this context is termed as "Consultative Opinion."
5. The Prime Minister (Option a) does not have the authority to seek such an opinion directly.
6. High Court judges (Option c) cannot seek the Supreme Court’s advisory opinion.

Additional Knowledge:

• Prime Minister (Option a): Can advise the President but cannot seek an advisory opinion directly.
• President (Option b): Sole authority to seek an advisory opinion under Article 143.
• High Court Judge (Option c): Cannot directly approach the Supreme Court for advisory jurisdiction.