Question

Under which Article do High Courts have the power to issue writs for the enforcement of fundamental and other legal rights?

• A. Article 32
• B. Article 131
• C. Article 143
• D. Article 226

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Article 226

High court 

• Provided under Part VI, Chapter V of the Constitution (Articles 214–231).

• Each High Court has a Chief Justice and other judges, appointed by the President in consultation with the CJI and the Governor of the respective state.
  

• Number of judges varies by state, depending on caseload and requirements

• Writ Jurisdiction: Issues writs under Article 226 for enforcement of fundamental and other legal rights

• Supervisory Jurisdiction: Oversees subordinate courts within its jurisdiction.

• Each state (or group of states/union territories) has a High Court.
  

• As of 2025, there are 25 High Courts in India.