How many jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India can be categorized?

How many jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India can be categorized? Correct Answer 3

The correct answer is 3.

Key Points

  • There are 3 jurisdictions of the Supreme Court of India that can be categorized.
  • They are Original, Appellate, Advisory.
  • The Supreme court has original jurisdiction in the sense that an aggrieved citizen can go directly to the Supreme Court, not by way of appeal.
  • The Supreme Court is primarily a court of appeal and hears appeals against the judgements of the lower courts.
  • The constitution under Article 143 authorises the President to seek the opinion of the Supreme Court in the 2 categories:
  1. On any question of law or fact of public importance.
  2. On any disputes arising out of any Pre-constitution treaty, agreement, covenant, etc.

Related Questions

A five-judge bench of the Supreme Court passes judgment in a matter. In a later case before a high court, a party presents the Supreme Court judgment as a binding authority. The opposing party claims that the high court is not bound by the Supreme Court's judgment because relevant provisions of law were not brought to the notice of the Supreme Court in that case. Which of the following is most correct in this case?
Principle: Article 141 of the Constitution provides that the law declared by the Supreme Court is binding on all courts within the territory of India.