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The Union Judiciary The Supreme Court

ICSE · Class 10 · History & Civics

Summary of The Union Judiciary The Supreme Court for ICSE Class 10 History & Civics. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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Overview

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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Key topics in The Union Judiciary The Supreme Court include Supreme Court: Powers and Functions Overview, Supreme Court of India - Complete Overview, Supreme Court of India - Complete Overview. These are the concepts ICSE Class 10 examiners draw on most — study them first, then practise related questions.
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