Bocconi Law Test

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Passage A: 'Comparative constitutional law distinguishes between centralized and decentralized models of judicial review. Under the European (Kelsenian) model, a specialized Constitutional Court holds exclusive jurisdiction to invalidate legislation inconsistent with the basic law. Conversely, the American decentralized model empowers all courts of general jurisdiction to evaluate constitutional validity incidentally during concrete disputes. Proponents of the centralized model emphasize legal certainty and specialized expertise, whereas defenders of decentralized review highlight its integration with factual trial records.' What is the primary purpose of Passage A?

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