'The Supreme Court has become too powerful. Discuss'.

How to structure an exam question - this relies on the introduction which should state:Line of argument (1 sentence)Why this is your opinion - in this case, what does 'too powerful' mean. This requires an assessment of whether it has overstepped its boundaries regarding checks and balances on the legislature.Why this question is important - pertains to the constitution of the US, because it is arguably the most powerful judicial bodies in the world.Structure of the essay - arguments for and against.
Points can include, but are not limited to:POTUS and the Senate are responsible for the make up of the court, so they are only as powerful as these branches make them.The make up of the supreme court (i.e. balance between liberal and conservative judges) can affect how powerful the court is.The Supreme Court has been responsible for some of the most important laws of the last century - especially when it comes to human rights. Therefore, can they ever be 'too powerful'?The supreme court has been able to curtail human rights as well as liberate people.As an undemocratic institution, is any power too much power?

LT
Answered by Laura T. Government and Politics tutor

8709 Views

See similar Government and Politics A Level tutors

Related Government and Politics A Level answers

All answers ▸

The different UK electoral systems can be extremely complicated – what is the easiest way to understand and revise them all?


Identify and assess the various controls on government power in the United Kingdom.


What are collective responsibility and Individual Ministerial Responsibility? and how are they different?


'The House of Commons is in greater need of reform than the House of Lords.' Discuss.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2025 by IXL Learning