The President may ask the Supreme Court for its opinion on a question of law or fact of public importance under

Explanation

1. 01

   Article 143 gives the Supreme Court its advisory jurisdiction: the President refers a question, and the Court reports its opinion.

2. 02

   The opinion is not binding on the President.

3. 03

   Article 131 is original jurisdiction in disputes between the Union and the States, and Article 136 is special leave to appeal.