Describe the powers and functions of the High Court of India. What type of cases come before the High Courts in India?

A High Court of India has to perform many functions and duties of judicial and nonjudicial nature. 

1. Original Jurisdictions: Cases relating to Fundamental Rights, divorce, wills and laws relating to marriage can be brought directly to a High Court. 

2. Appellate Jurisdiction : Appeals in civil and criminal cases are made to the High Court against the decision of the subordinate courts. 

The High Court supervises the functions of all subordinate courts in the state. It can also transfer a case from a subordinate court to itself or to another subordinate court if necessary. It can also examine their records.