The 1803 decision of the United States Supreme Court in the case of Marbury v. Madison established

A) the jurisdiction of the courts.
B) the writ of certiorari .
C) the power of judicial review.
D) the rule of four.

Judicial Review

The power of courts to assess the constitutionality of legislative acts or decisions made by the government or other public bodies.

Marbury v. Madison

A landmark U.S. Supreme Court case which established the principle of judicial review, enabling courts to strike down laws conflicting with the Constitution.