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High Courts in India

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

High Courts function as top judicial authorities in each state (or group of states), overseeing subordinate courts. They possess original jurisdiction in certain cases (e.g., enforcement of fundamental rights under Article 226), appellate jurisdiction, and powers of superintendence. Judges are appointed by the President in consultation with the Chief Justice of India and the Governor. High Courts can issue writs, ensuring protection of citizens’ rights at the state level. They also interpret state legislation. The principle of judicial independence is upheld through security of tenure, though transfers of judges among High Courts maintain uniform standards. They act as an indispensable link between Supreme Court and local judiciary.

Practice Questions

न्यायपालिका की स्वतंत्रता सुनिश्चित करने के लिए किस प्रावधान को शामिल किया गया है?

Who is considered the "father of the Indian Constitution"?

Which of the following is a provision related to the financial powers of the Parliament?

निर्वाचन आयोग के अध्यक्ष का चयन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

अभियोजक की स्वतंत्रता किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Indian Parliament?

भारत में निर्वाचन आयोग का गठन किस आधार पर होता है?

राज्यों के बीच मतभेदों का समाधान किस प्रावधान के तहत किया जाता है?

Who is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

संसद सदस्यों का वेतन और भत्ता किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?