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3. The Supreme Court
Section B — Chapter 4
Question 1
What is the maximum number of Judges that can be appointed in the Supreme Court, excluding the Chief Justice of India?
1. 30
2. 33
3. 34
4. 28
Answer
33
Question 2
Answer
Question 3
P: There are separate sets of laws for the Centre and the States.
Q: The Supreme Court of India consists of a Chief Justice and 25 other judges.
R: The Supreme Court exercises control over the functioning of other courts in India.
S: The judiciary in India is independent of the other two organs of the government i.e., Legislature and Executive.
1. R and S
2. R and S
3. P and Q
4. P and S
Answer
R and S
Question 4
P: He/She has been for at least ten years a Judge of a High Court or two or more such courts in succession.
Q: He/She has been an advocate for at least ten years of a High Court or two or more such courts in succession.
R: He/She is a distinguished jurist in the opinion of the President.
1. P and Q
2. R and S
3. P and R
4. Q and R
Answer
Q and R
Question 5
1. Constitutional cases
2. Criminal cases
3. Civil cases
4. All of the above
Answer
Question 6
The minimum number of judges to hear and decide a case involving interpretation of the Constitution shall be ................ .
1. Ten
2. Four
3. Five
4. Seven
Answer
Five
Question 7
Identify the cases in which the Supreme Court holds Original Jurisdiction?
P: To hear and determine a dispute between Government of India and one or more States.
1. P, Q and S
2. Q, R and S
3. P, Q and R
4. P, R and S
Answer
P, Q and S
Question 8
Answer
1. R and S
2. Q and R
3. Q and S
4. R and S
Answer
Q and R
Question 10
Answer
Question 11
A detained person has not been produced before the magistrate within 24 hours of arrest. Which legal remedy is available to him/her?
1. Writ of Mandamus
2. Writ of Quo Warrants
3. Writ of Habeas Corpus
4. Writ of Prohibition.
Answer
Question 12
If the Supreme Court declares a law made by the Central Government as null and void, which power is used by it?
1. Revisory Jurisdiction
2. Judicial Review
3. Advisory Jurisdiction
4. All of the above.
Answer
Judicial Review
Question 1
(A) Both the judiciary and the executive are involved in the appointment of Judges of the Supreme Court.
(R) Every Judge of the Supreme Court is appointed by the President of India in consultation with the Judges of Supreme Court and High Courts,
besides the Council of Ministers.
Answer
Both (A) and (R) are true, (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
Explanation — The appointment of Supreme Court judges involves both the Executive (President and Council of Ministers) and the Judiciary
(Chief Justice of India and other judges from the Supreme Court and High Courts). This ensures a balanced approach in judicial appointments.
Question 2
(A) Both the Supreme Court and the High Courts have the power of Original jurisdiction to settle disputes between Central government and one
or more States and UTs.
(R) The Supreme Court has Original jurisdiction with regard to the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
Answer
Explanation — Assertion (A) is false because only the Supreme Court, not High Courts, settles disputes between the Centre and States under
original jurisdiction. High Courts do not have original jurisdiction in these cases.
Question 1
Answer
Question 2
By whom are the Judges of the Supreme Court appointed and how?
Answer
A group of senior Supreme Court judges, headed by the CJI would make recommendations to the President on who should be appointed as a
judge of the Supreme Court. The CJI is required to consult the four senior most judges of the Supreme Court and may also consult senior High
Court judges before making any recommendation to the President of India in this regard. This came to be known as the Collegium System which
allows a college of persons (judges) to appoint judges.
Question 3
With reference to the judiciary, what is meant by the term 'impeachment'? On what grounds can a judge of the Supreme Court be removed from
office?
Answer
A Judge of the Supreme Court cannot be removed from office except by an order of the President on the ground of proved misbehaviour or
incapacity. This charge needs to be proved only by a joint address by both houses of Parliament and supported by a two-third majority of
members present and voting. The word 'proved' is very important. It means that an allegation has been thoroughly examined by some impartial
tribunal. This procedure is known as impeachment.
A Judge of the Supreme Court cannot be removed from office except by an order of the President on the ground of proved misbehaviour or
incapacity.
Question 4
Who decides the salaries and other emoluments of the Judges of the Supreme Court? Under what circumstances can the salaries and allowances
of the Judges of the Supreme Court be reduced?
Answer
The salaries and other emoluments of the Judges of Supreme Court are decided by the President of India according to Article 125 of the
Constitution of India. The salaries of the judges cannot be reduced except during the period of financial emergency. Their salaries and
allowances are charged to the Consolidated Fund of India and so are not subject to vote of Parliament.
Question 5
Name the types of jurisdiction of the Supreme Court. In case of violation of the Fundamental Rights of individuals, which type of jurisdiction of
the Supreme Court is applicable?
Answer
1. Original Jurisdiction
2. Appellate Jurisdiction
3. Advisory Jurisdiction
In case of violation of the Fundamental Rights of individuals, the Original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court is applicable.
Question 6
Mention any one power of the Supreme Court which is not enjoyed by other courts. What happens if either the Parliament or a State Legislature
passes any law that is against the Constitution?
Answer
One power of the Supreme Court, which is not enjoyed by other Courts, is that only Supreme Court has the right to revise its earlier decisions.
The Supreme Court has the power to review laws passed by the Union or State legislatures. If either the Parliament or a State Legislature passes
any law that is against the Constitution, the Supreme Court can declare the law 'ultra vires' or null and void. This power is referred to as the
power of judicial review.
Question 7
What is meant by the term 'Writ'? Name any two writs issued by the Supreme Court.
Answer
A writ is an order from a judicial authority asking a person to perform some act or refrain from performing an act.
1. Writ of Prohibition
2. Writ of Certiorari
Question 8
Answer
The Supreme Court of India is the protector and final interpreter of the Constitution.
Question 9
Mention two types under which an appeal in a criminal case lies to the Supreme Court.
Answer
Two types under which an appeal in a criminal case lies to the Supreme Court are-
1. where the High Court has reversed the judgement of acquittal given by the Lower Court and punished the
accused with a death sentence.
2. which is withdrawn by the High Court from a Subordinate Court and sentenced the accused to death.
Question 10
State the difference between the Original jurisdiction and the Appellate jurisdiction.
Answer
The differences between the Original jurisdiction and the Appellate jurisdiction are as follows-
Original Appellate
jurisdiction jurisdiction
Original
Appellate
Jurisdiction means
Jurisdiction
the power to hear
means the
and determine a
powers to grant
dispute in the first
special leave to
instance; i.e.,
appeal against
those cases which
the judgement
cannot be moved
delivered by any
in any court other
court in the
than the Supreme
country.
Court.
It deals with
Centre-State or
Inter-State
The appellate
disputes,
jurisdiction
protection of
extends to
fundamental
Constitutional,
rights, transfer of
civil and criminal
cases from lower
cases.
courts and
interpretation of
Constitution.
Structured Questions
Question 1
The Supreme Court is the apex court in the entire judicial set up in India. In this context answer the following questions:
(b) Mention three kinds of cases which come under Appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court.
(c) Mention the types of cases that come under Original jurisdiction.
Answer
(a) Under our Constitution the judiciary is a single integrated system of courts for the Union and the states with the Supreme Court at the apex.
By the single integrated system we mean-
1. The Supreme Court is the head of the entire system and not only supervises but also exercises control over
the functioning of other courts.
2. There are no separate sets of laws and a single civil and criminal system operates throughout the country.
3. All cases coming from the Lower Courts can be taken to the High Court and ultimately to the Supreme Court,
by way of appeal.
Below the Supreme Court stand the High Courts of different States and under each High Court there is a hierarchy of other subordinate courts.
(b) Three kinds of cases which come under appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court are:
1. Constitutional Cases — All matters irrespective of the nature, where a certificate is issued by a High Court
that it involves an important point of law and needs interpretation of the Constitution, can be brought before
the Supreme Court. If the High Court refuses to give a certificate on such a case the Supreme Court can
grant special leave of appeal.
2. Civil cases — Appeals in civil matters lie to the Supreme Court, if the High Court certifies:
i. that the case involves a substantial question of law of general importance, and
ii. that the question needs to be decided by the Supreme Court
3. Criminal Cases — Two types of appeals in criminal cases lie in the Supreme Court.
i. Cases with the certificate of the High Court
ii. Cases without the certificate of the High Court. The certificate of the High Court is not required in a
case:
a. Where the High Court has reversed the judgement of acquittal given by the Lower Court and
punished the accused with a death sentence.
b. A case which is withdrawn by the High Court from a Subordinate Court and sentenced the
accused to death.
(c) The types of cases that come under Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court are as follows:
1. Centre-State or Inter-State Disputes — The Supreme Court has been given exclusive original jurisdiction
in any dispute:
i. between Government of India and one or more States
ii. between Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more States on the other
iii. between two or more States
2. Protection of Fundamental Rights — The original jurisdiction also extends to cases of violation of the
Fundamental Rights of individuals and the court can issue several writs for the enforcement of these rights.
3. Transfer of Cases from Lower Courts — The Supreme Court may transfer to itself cases from one or more
High Courts, if these involve questions of law or cases are of great importance. The Supreme Court may
transfer cases from one High Court to another in the interest of Justice.
4. Interpretation of Constitution — All cases where interpretation of the Constitution is required can be
directly filed in the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court has the power of exclusive jurisdiction in regard to
questions as to Constitutional validity of central laws.
Question 2
The independence of the judiciary is necessary in a federal democratic set-up. In this context, describe the part played by the following:
Answer
(a) A Judge can remain in office till he has attained the age of 65 years. He can be removed by the President on the ground of "proved
misbehaviour or incapacity."
(b) Judges' salaries, allowances, etc., shall not be changed to their disadvantage during their term of office. The salaries of the Judges cannot be
reduced except during periods of financial emergency. Their salaries and allowances are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India and so are
not subject to vote of Parliament.
(c) The Supreme Court can punish for the contempt of court if a person or authority makes an attempt to lower its authority.
Question 3
The Supreme Court has extensive jurisdiction. In this context answer the following:
(a) What is meant by 'Appellate Jurisdiction'? Name two types of cases in which an appeal shall lie to the Supreme Court.
(b) What do you understand by advisory functions of the Supreme Court? State the types of cases where the Supreme Court may be required to
express its opinion.
Answer
(a) Appellate Jurisdiction means the powers to grant special leave to appeal against the judgement delivered by any court in the country. The
appellate jurisdiction extends to Constitutional, civil and criminal cases.
Two types of cases in which an Appeal shall lie to the Supreme Court are-
1. Constitutional cases
2. Civil cases
(b) The Supreme Court has advisory jurisdiction (to give its opinion) on any question of law or fact of public importance as may be referred to it
for consideration by the President of India.
The Supreme Court may be required to express its opinion in two classes of matters, in an advisory capacity:
1. Any question of law may be referred to the Supreme Court if the President considers that the question is of
public importance and it is necessary to obtain the opinion of the Supreme Court. Such opinion of the
Supreme Court is advisory and not binding on the Government nor is it executable as a judgement of the
Supreme Court.
2. Disputes arising out of pre-Constitution treaties and agreements which are excluded from original jurisdiction
by Article 131.
(c) The Supreme Court under Article 137 is empowered to review any judgement or order made by it with a view to removing any mistake or
error that might have crept in the judgement or order. This is because the Supreme Court is a court of record and its decisions are of evidentiary
value and cannot be questioned in any court.
Question 4
Discuss how the Constitution has ensured that the Supreme Court acts as:
Answer
(a) All cases where interpretation of the Constitution is required can be directly filed in the Supreme Court.
1. The Supreme Court has the power of exclusive jurisdiction in regard to questions as to Constitutional validity
of central laws.
2. The Supreme Court is the interpreter of the Constitution and its decision is final.
3. It has the power to review laws passed by the Union or State legislatures.
4. The Supreme Court can declare a law 'ultra vires' or null and void, if it is against the letter and spirit of the
Constitution or contravenes any provision of the Constitution. This power is referred to as the power of
judicial review.
5. The minimum number of Judges to hear and decide a case involving interpretation of the Constitution shall
be five.
6. The Supreme Court has the power to review all National and State laws and executive orders and declare
them null and void, if they go against the provisions of the Constitution.
(b) The original jurisdiction of Supreme Court extends to cases of violation of the Fundamental Rights of individuals and the court can issue
several writs for the enforcement of these rights.
1. Any citizen whose rights are violated may move the Supreme Court for the enforcement of the rights.
2. The Supreme Court has power to issue orders or writs, in the nature of habeas corpus, mandamus,
prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari for the enforcement of any of the Fundamental Rights.
3. The Constitution prohibits the State from making any law which takes away or abridges the Fundamental
Rights.
4. If it does so, the law shall be declared null and void by the Supreme Court.
(c) A Court of Record is a court whose judgements are recorded for evidence and testimony.
1. The judgements are in the nature of 'precedents', i.e., the High Courts and other Courts are bound to give a
similar decision in a similar case. They are not to be questioned when they are produced before any
subordinate court.
2. The Supreme Court shall be a "Court of Record" and shall have all the powers of such a court including the
power to punish for contempt of itself.
3. The Court of Record has two implications:
(i) Its judgements and orders are preserved as record. These can be produced in any court as precedents.
(ii) If a person commits a contempt of court,. the court has the authority to punish him. No authority can
deprive the court of this right.
Question 5
Supreme Court has many functions to protect the interests of all citizens. In this context, answer the following questions:
(c) Mention three ways in which the Constitution ensures the independence of the Judges of the Supreme Court.
Answer
(a) The Supreme Court is the interpreter of the Constitution and its decision is final.
1. It has the power to review laws passed by the Union or State legislatures.
2. The Supreme Court can declare a law 'ultra vires' or null and void, if it is against the letter and spirit of the
Constitution or contravenes any provision of the Constitution. This power is referred to as the power of
judicial review.
(b) The Constitution has provided for a balance of powers between the Centre and the States. If the Union government or the State go beyond
their limits, the Supreme Court can settle the dispute.
1. In a written Constitution a law may be ambiguously worked. The question of interpretation of the Constitution
is bound to arise and the Supreme Court only has the power of original jurisdiction.
2. The legislature may not possess the wisdom, experience and impartiality which are needed to explain what
the law means.
(c) Three ways in which the Constitution ensures the independence of the Judges of the Supreme Court are-
1. Appointment of Judges — Every Judge of the Supreme Court is appointed by the President after
consultation with the Cabinet as well as the Judges of Supreme Court and High Court. Thus, the judiciary and
the executive are involved in the appointment of Judges.
2. Security of Tenure — A Judge can remain in office till he has attained the age of 65 years. He can be
removed by the President on the ground of "proved misbehaviour or incapacity."
3. Punishment for Contempt of Court — The Supreme Court can punish for the contempt of court if a
person or authority makes an attempt to lower its authority.
Picture Study
Question 1
(c) How does this court maintain the sanctity of the Constitution of India?
Answer
(a) The figure shows the Supreme Court of India. It is located in New Delhi.
Under our Constitution the judiciary is a single integrated system of courts for the Union and the states with the Supreme Court at the apex. The
Supreme Court is the head of the entire system and not only supervises but also exercises control over the functioning of other courts.
(b) A person is not qualified for appointment as a judge of the Supreme Court unless he is a citizen of India, and
1. has been for at least five years a Judge of a High Court or of two or more such courts in succession; or
2. has been for at least ten years an advocate of a High Court or of two or more such courts in succession; or
3. is, in the opinion of the President, a distinguished jurist.
(c) All cases where interpretation of the Constitution is required can be directly filed in the Supreme Court.
1. The Supreme Court has the power of exclusive jurisdiction in regard to questions as to Constitutional validity
of central laws.
2. The Supreme Court is the interpreter of the Constitution and its decision is final.
3. It has the power to review laws passed by the Union or State legislatures.
4. The Supreme Court can declare a law 'ultra vires' or null and void, if it is against the letter and spirit of the
Constitution or contravenes any provision of the Constitution. This power is referred to as the power of
judicial review.
5. The minimum number of Judges to hear and decide a case involving interpretation of the Constitution shall
be five.
6. The Supreme Court has the power to review all National and State laws and executive orders and declare
them null and void, if they go against the provisions of the Constitution.
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3. The High Courts and Subordinate Courts
Section B — Chapter 5
Question 1
Out of the following Union territories, which Union territory has a High court of its own?
1. Chandigarh
2. Ladakh
3. New Delhi
4. Lakshadweep
Answer
New Delhi
Question 2
What is the maximum age in order to be qualified for appointment as a Judge in High court?
1. 62 years
2. 68 years
3. 65 years
4. 60 years
Answer
62 years
Question 3
In order to be qualified as a Judge of a High court, the individual must have held a judicial office in the territory of India or has been an advocate
of a High court for atleast ................ .
1. 15 years
2. 10 years
3. 5 years
4. 12 years
Answer
10 years
Question 4
Which of the following are the qualifications required to be a Judge of a High Court?
Q : He/She has been an advocate of a High Court for at least ten years.
S : He/She has held a judicial office in the territory of India for at least five years.
1. P and R
2. R and S
3. P and Q
4. P and S
Answer
P and Q
Question 5
Identify the statements about the High Court Judges which are correct.
Q : A Judge who has worked as a permanent Judge of a High Court cannot practise in any Court after his/her retirement.
R : The salaries and allowances of the Judges of a High Court cannot be changed to their disadvantage during the course of their service.
S : A Judge of a High Court may resign his/her office by writing, addressed to the President of India.
1. P and Q
2. R and S
3. Q and R
4. P and R
Answer
R and S
Question 6
Every High court has the power to interpret the Constitution. This power is known as ............... .
1. Judicial Review
2. Constitutional Review
3. High Court Review
4. Interpretation Review
Answer
Judicial Review
Question 7
.................. of High court means that the power to accept appeals against decisions of District courts, in civil as well as criminal matters.
1. Revisory jurisdiction
2. Judicial jurisdiction
3. Appellate jurisdiction
4. Advisory jurisdiction
Answer
Appellate jurisdiction
Question 8
................ Jurisdiction means that the High court can call for the record of a case which has been decided by a subordinate court:
1. Advisory
2. Appellate
3. Confirmatory
4. Revisory
Answer
Revisory
Question 9
1. High Courts
2. District courts
3. Members of Parliament
4. Ministers of the Cabinet
Answer
High Courts
Question 10
Which of the following statements about the functions of the High Court are correct?
P : Unlike the Supreme Court, the High Court is not a Court of Record.
Q : The High Court can advise any government department if they seek advice from them on matters of law.
1. Q and R
2. P and S
3. P and Q
4. R and S
Answer
Q and R
Question 11
A Munsif court is authorised to deal with civil cases involving not more than ............... .
1. ₹ 15,000
2. ₹ 20,000
3. ₹ 30,000
4. ₹ 50,000
Answer
₹ 20,000
Question 12
When a judge decides Civil cases, he/she is called ................ and when he/she decides criminal cases, he/she is called ................ .
Question 13
Identify the statements about the Court of the District Judge which are correct.
Q : The District Judge is appointed by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India.
1. P and Q
2. P and R
3. P and S
4. R and S
Answer
P and R
Question 14
First class Magistrate can award imprisonment upto ................ years and/or a fine of ₹ .................
1. 4 years ; ₹ 20,000
2. 3 years ; ₹ 10,000
3. 3 years ; ₹ 5,000
4. 2 years ; ₹ 5,000
Answer
3 years ; ₹ 5,000
Question 15
Second class Magistrate can award imprisonment for not more than ............... years or impose a fine of ₹ ................... or both.
1. 1 year ; ₹ 1,000
2. 2 years; ₹ 5,000
3. 1 year; ₹ 2,000
4. 2 years; ₹ 1,000
Answer
2 years; ₹ 1,000
Question 16
1. District Court
2. People's Court
3. High Court
4. Supreme Court
Answer
People's Court
Question 17
Suppose the autorickshaw driver, who daily takes you to school, was issued a number of traffic violation challans and had to pay a fine of five
thousand rupees. He pleaded for reducing the fine but was not shown any mercy. To which court he would go to get speedy redressal of his
grievance?
1. Lok Adalat
2. Sessions Court
3. High Court
4. Supreme Court
Answer
Lok Adalat
Question 18
Read the excerpt given below and answer the question that follow:
From the 29th of July to the 3rd of August 2024, the Supreme Court is organising a special Lok Adalat. This is part of a series of activities
which the Supreme Court is observing, to commemorate the 75th year since the establishment of the Supreme Court. Most significantly, we are
all as judges, as people, dedicated to the institution of justice concerned about the large backlog of cases.
— The Chief Justice of India, video message announcing the Special Lok Adalat
1. All of them
2. (i) and (ii)
3. (i), (ii) and (iii)
4. (ii) and (iv)
Answer
All of them
Question 19
Court A aims to provide a simplified and efficient mechanism for dispute resolution. It is designed to address a range of issues such as civil,
petty criminal, family, property, labour, bank loan, revenue, forest, motor accident claims, and challan or e-challan cases. Identify Court A.
1. High Court
2. Sessions Court
3. Lok Adalat
4. All of the above
Answer
Lok Adalat
Question 1
Answer
Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
Explanation — The District Judge exercises administrative control over all Civil Courts in the district. Hence, a District Judge possesses both
administrative and judicial power. On the other hand, a Sessions Judge primarily handles criminal cases and does not perform administrative
functions. While both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, Reason (R) does not explain Assertion (A), as they are two separate facts.
Question 2
(A) The Lok Adalats provide legal aid and quick justice to those who cannot afford to engage lawyers.
(R) The Lok Adalats restrict social justice by providing legal aid to weaker sections of society only.
1. (A) is true, but (R) is false
2. (A) is false, but (R) is true
3. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
4. Both (A) and (R) are false.
Answer
Explanation — Lok Adalats do provide legal aid and speedy justice, especially to those who cannot afford it, but they promote, not restrict,
social justice.
Question 1
Name two High Courts of India whose jurisdiction extends to more than two States.
Answer
Guwahati High Court and Chandigarh High Court are the two High Courts of India whose jurisdiction extends to more than two States.
Question 2
Answer
Each High Court consists of a Chief Justice and such other Judges as the President of India may appoint from time to time.
Question 3
Who administers the Oath of office to the High Court Judges? By whom is the Chief Justice of a High Court appointed?
Answer
A Judge of a High Court, before he enters upon his office, shall take an Oath before the Governor of the State, or some person appointed in that
behalf by him.
The Chief Justice of a High Court is appointed by the President of India in consultation with the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and the
Governor of the concerned State.
Question 4
Who can remove a Judge of the High Court? On what grounds can a Judge of the High Court be removed from office?
Answer
A judge of a High Court can be removed by the president on the ground of "proved misbehaviour or incapacity" on an address of each House of
Parliament. Such an address should be supported by a majority of the total membership of the House and by two-thirds of the members present
and voting.
A judge of a High Court can be removed by the president on the ground of "proved misbehaviour or incapacity" on an address of each House of
Parliament.
Question 5
Who decides the salaries and allowances of the Judges of the High Court?
Answer
The Chief Justice of a High Court and other Judges of the High Court are paid a monthly salary, as decided by the Parliament.
Question 6
How does the High Court protect the Fundamental Rights of individuals? What is meant by Revisory Jurisdiction of the High Courts?
Answer
The High Court enjoys original jurisdiction for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights guaranteed by the Constitution. All the High Courts are
empowered to issue 'writs'. The writs that are issued are Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Quo Warranto and Certiorari. These writs are
greatly instrumental in the protection of Fundamental Rights of the citizens.
Revisory Jurisdiction means that the High Court can call for the record of a case which has been decided by a subordinate court. This is done
because the High Court feels that the Subordinate Court has exercised a jurisdiction not vested in it or the latter has not followed proper
procedure.
Therefore, the High Court can review the case and take appropriate action on it. This is known as the Revisory Jurisdiction of the High Court.
Question 7
Read the excerpt given below and answer the question that follows:
Among the cases settled were criminal compoundable offences, traffic challans, revenue cases, bank recovery
cases, motor accident claims, cheque dishonour cases, labour disputes, matrimonial disputes (excluding divorce
cases), land acquisition cases, IPR or consumer matters, and other civil cases.
With reference to the above news, state which advantage of the court is being highlighted?
Answer
The advantage of the court being highlighted in the excerpt is "Speedy and cost-effective justice."
Lok Adalats help in reducing the backlog of cases by providing a quick resolution through compromise and mutual settlement, ensuring that
disputes are settled efficiently without the need for prolonged litigation.
Question 8
Answer
Question 9
What is meant by the term Civil Cases? Which type of cases are known as Criminal Cases?
Answer
Civil cases are related to land, property and money transactions, arbitration, guardianship, marriages, divorce and cases involving a Will.
Question 10
Which is the highest Civil Court in a District? Name the highest Criminal Court in a district.
Answer
District Judge or the Additional District Judge's Court is the highest Civil Court in a district.
Sessions Judge's or Additional Sessions Judge's Court is the highest Criminal Court in a district.
Question 11
Who is the highest Judicial Official at the district level for civil and criminal cases? How are the District Judges in a State appointed?
Answer
The District Judge is the highest Judicial Official at the district level for civil and criminal cases.
The District Judge and the Additional District Judge are appointed by the Governor in consultation with the Judges of High Court of the
concerned State.
Structured Questions
Question 1
A High Court consists of a Chief Justice and other judges whose number the Parliament may fix from time to time. As regards the composition
of the High Court, answer the following questions:
(a) How are the Chief Justice and other Judges of the High Court appointed?
(b) State three qualifications for appointment as a Judge of the High Court.
(c) Mention two ways in which the Constitution ensures the independence and impartiality of the High Courts.
Answer
(a) The Chief Justice of a High Court is appointed by the President of India in consultation with the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and the
Governor of the concerned State.
(b) According to the Constitution, a person shall be qualified for appointment as a Judge of a High Court under the following conditions:
(c) The independence of High Courts is ensured by undertaking the following measures:
Question 2
With reference to the powers of the High Court, briefly describe the following:
(a) What is meant by the Original Jurisdiction of the High Court? Mention two types of cases in which the High Court exercises Original
Jurisdiction.
(b) Mention two types of cases in which the High Court exercises Appellate Jurisdiction.
(c) How does the High Court control the power of the Legislature and the Executive?
Answer
(a) High Courts have original jurisdiction, that is, the power to hear and decide cases at the first instance. It has original jurisdiction in the
following cases:
(b) Two types of cases in which the High Court exercises Appellate Jurisdiction are-
(c) The High Courts control the power of the Legislature and the Executive by the power of Judicial Review.
1. If any law, executive order or any ordinance passed by the State Legislature or any other authority infringes
the Fundamental Rights or contravenes any provision of the Constitution, the High Court can declare it 'null
and void'.
2. The High Court has the power of considering the Constitutional validity of any State law or executive order or
ordinance.
Question 3
With reference to the powers of the High Court, answer the following questions:
(a) How does the High Court act as a custodian of the Constitution?
(b) How does the High Court act as a protector of Fundamental Rights?
(c) What do we mean when we say that the High Court is a 'Court of Record'?
Answer
(a) Every High Court has the power to interpret the Constitution. This power is known as the power of Judicial Review.
1. If any law, executive order or any ordinance passed by the State Legislature or any other authority infringes
the Fundamental Rights or contravenes any provision of the Constitution, the High Court can declare it 'null
and void'.
2. The High Court has the power of considering the Constitutional validity of any State law or executive order or
ordinance.
(b) All the High Courts enjoy original jurisdiction for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights guaranteed by the Constitution.
1. The High Courts can also issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
2. The writs that are issued are Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Quo Warranto and Certiorari.
3. These writs are greatly instrumental in the protection of Fundamental Rights of the citizens.
(c) The High Court is a 'Court of Record' like the Supreme Court. It means:
1. All the judgements and orders are preserved as a record to be referred to by its courts in future cases. They
can be produced as precedents.
2. The law laid down by the High Court is binding on all subordinate courts in the State concerned. But it does
not bind the other High Courts, although it is of great significance and can be produced in support of an
argument.
3. The High Court can punish anyone who commits a contempt of its orders.
Question 4
With reference to the jurisdiction of High Courts, write short notes on:
Answer
(a) Revisory Jurisdiction means that the High Court can call for the record of a case which has been decided by a subordinate court.
1. This is done because the High Court feels that the Subordinate Court has exercised a jurisdiction not vested
in it or the latter has not followed proper procedure.
2. Therefore, the High Court can review the case and take appropriate action on it. This is known as the
Revisory Jurisdiction of the High Court.
3. A revisory jurisdiction is applicable in the following cases:
(a) injustice or an error of law apparent on the face of the record.
(b) violation of the principles of natural justice.
(c) arbitrary authority leading to wrong judgements.
(d) flagrant error in procedure.
1. A writ is an order from a judicial authority asking a person to perform some act or refrain from performing an
act.
2. The writs that are issued are Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Quo Warranto and Certiorari.
3. These writs are greatly instrumental in the protection of Fundamental Rights of the citizens.
1. If any law, executive order or any ordinance passed by the State Legislature or any other authority infringes
the Fundamental Rights or contravenes any provision of the Constitution, the High Court can declare it 'null
and void'.
2. The High Court may withdraw a constitutional case from a Subordinate Court and deal with it or send it back
with its directions.
3. The 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, introduced provisions, where the power of the High Court to judge the
constitutionality of a State law was withdrawn during the Emergency.
4. But with the repeal of certain parts of the 42nd Amendment, the High Courts regained their powers of
considering the Constitutional validity of any State law or executive order or ordinance.
Picture Study
Question 1
(a) Identify the court whose logo is given in the picture on the right. How do these courts function?
(b) What are the advantages of resolution of disputes through such courts?
(c) Do you think that these courts play an important role as an alternative dispute resolution mechanism? Give your reasons.
Answer
1. Lok Adalats play important role in the settlement of family feuds, disputes between the neighbours and
minor cases of assault and injury by settling the disputes through compromise. Since the Lok Adalats work in
the spirit of compromise and understanding, both the parties feel satisfied.
2. Lok Adalats deliver fast and inexpensive justice. Any person can move Lok Adalat by an application on a plain
paper or using the format available with Legal Service Authorities and expect speedy justice.
3. The Lok Adalats reduce the workload of other courts enabling them to deal with more serious matters. This
reduces delays in higher courts.
4. Lok Adalats promote social justice by providing legal aid to weaker sections of society.
(c) The system of Lok Adalats has now become so popular that various government departments like the Telephone Department, Traffic and the
Electricity Boards have begun to hold Lok Adalats solving hundreds of cases in a single day.
1. It is the need of the hour that Lok Adalats are organised more frequently and their jurisdiction is expanded.
2. There are lakhs of cases pending in different courts all over India.
3. These courts can play important role in the settlement of family feuds, disputes between the neighbours and
minor cases of assault and injury.
4. Weaker sections of society cannot afford the delay or the costs involved in court procedures.
5. The institution of Lok Adalat tends to promote social justice as in Delhi where permanent Lok Adalats have
already been set up for settlement of all pending disputes concerning Delhi Development Authority,
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam, Municipal Corporation and National Insurance Co. Ltd.
All these points firmly indicate the importance of Lok Adalats as an alternative dispute resolution mechanism.
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