Question

Which type of jurisdiction allows the Supreme Court to hear appeals from High Courts in civil, criminal, and constitutional matters?

• A. Original Jurisdiction
• B. Advisory Jurisdiction
• C. Appellate Jurisdiction
• D. Writ Jurisdiction

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Appellate Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction

• Original Jurisdiction: Handles disputes between the Union and States or between States (Article 131), and cases involving fundamental rights.
  

• Appellate Jurisdiction: Hears appeals from High Courts in civil, criminal, and constitutional matters.
  

• Advisory Jurisdiction: Provides opinions to the President on questions of law or fact (Article 143).

• Writ Jurisdiction: Issues writs like habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto, and certiorari to protect fundamental rights (Article 32).
  

• Public Interest Litigation (PIL): Allows direct access to the court for public interest issues.

• Acts as the final court of appeal.
  

• Guardian of the Constitution and protector of fundamental rights.
  

• Exercises judicial review to check the constitutionality of laws and executive actions.