The Union Judiciary The Supreme Court — Chapter Summary
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The Supreme Court of India is the highest court of appeal in the country and the top court in the single integrated judicial system of India. It is the final authority in interpreting the Constitution and its laws are binding on all courts in India. It protects Fundamental Rights, settles important
Key Concepts
India has one unified judicial system
India has one unified judicial system for the whole country. All lower courts are subordinate to higher courts, and the Supreme Court stands at the to
The Supreme Court is the final
The Supreme Court is the final court in India. Its declared laws are binding on all courts within the territory of India.
The Supreme Court consists of
The Supreme Court consists of the Chief Justice and 33 other judges, making 34 judges in all.
Every judge of the Supreme Court
Every judge of the Supreme Court is appointed by the President after consultation with judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts. While appointing j
The Chief Justice of India consults
The Chief Justice of India consults the four seniormost judges before recommending appointments to the President. This is called the collegium system.
Learning Objectives
- Understand why an independent judiciary is necessary in a federation
- Identify the position of the Supreme Court in India’s judicial system
- Explain the composition, appointment, qualifications, and removal of Supreme Court judges
- Describe the original and appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court
- Understand judicial review and its role in protecting the Constitution
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