Significance of Marbury v. Madison

Hard Unit 2: Branches Of Government Judicial Branch

In the landmark Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison (1803), the Court established the principle of judicial review. This case arose when William Marbury petitioned for a writ of mandamus to compel Secretary of State James Madison to deliver his commission as Justice of the Peace. The Supreme Court's ruling had profound implications for the balance of power among the branches of government.

Which of the following statements best describes the significance of this ruling?

The ruling enhanced the power of Congress by allowing it to override Supreme Court decisions.

The ruling established judicial review, allowing the Supreme Court to invalidate laws that conflict with the Constitution.

The ruling affirmed the supremacy of state laws over federal laws.

The ruling restricted the power of the judiciary by limiting its ability to interpret the Constitution.

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