What is the official term for the power of the courts to strike down unconstitutional laws?

• A. Delinquent
• B. Judicial Review
• C. Unruly
• D. Municipality

Answer: (B)

Judicial review is the official term for the power of the courts to strike down unconstitutional laws. It serves as a check on the legislative branch, making sure that laws and government actions conform to the Constitution. When a law or action conflicts with constitutional rights or powers, the courts can declare it invalid, preserving the framework and limits set by the Constitution. This principle became foundational in U.S. government through landmark cases like Marbury v. Madison, which established that courts have the authority to review and nullify laws that violate the Constitution. The other terms refer to unrelated ideas—one relates to juvenile behavior, and the other to a local government entity—so they do not describe this constitutional power.