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ICSE · Class 10 · History & Civics

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Introduction to Subordinate CourtsTypes of courts in a districtCivil Court jurisdictionCriminal Court jurisdictionRevenue Courts jurisdictionImportance of subordinate courtsCourt of the District JudgeAppointment of District Judge
Card 1Introduction to Subordinate Courts

What are Subordinate Courts?

Answer

Subordinate Courts are the courts at the district level and below. They carry out the main burden of primary investigations and decisions in a district.

Card 2Types of courts in a district

What are the three types of courts that administer justice in each district?

Answer

Civil Courts, Criminal Courts, and Courts of Revenue administer justice in each district. Each type deals with a different kind of case.

Card 3Civil Court jurisdiction

What kinds of cases are handled by Civil Courts?

Answer

Civil Courts deal with land, property, monetary transaction, arbitration, marriage, divorce, guardianship, and will cases. These are disputes between people or groups, not crimes.

Card 4Criminal Court jurisdiction

What kinds of cases are handled by Criminal Courts?

Answer

Criminal Courts deal with violence, rioting, physical assault, murder, and other criminal offences. These are cases where the law is broken and punishment may be given.

Card 5Revenue Courts jurisdiction

What kinds of matters are handled by Courts of Revenue?

Answer

Courts of Revenue deal with assessment and collection of land revenue and property tax. They mainly handle revenue-related government matters.

Card 6Importance of subordinate courts

Why are subordinate courts important in a district?

Answer

They handle the main burden of day-to-day legal work at the district level. Most civil disputes, criminal cases, and revenue matters are first dealt with here, so they are essential for quick justice.

Card 7Court of the District Judge

What is the Court of the District Judge?

Answer

The Court of the District Judge is the highest civil court in a district. The District Judge presides over it for civil cases.

Card 8Appointment of District Judge

How is the District Judge appointed?

Answer

The District Judge is appointed by the Governor in consultation with the Chief Justice and other judges of the High Court. To be appointed, a candidate should be an advocate of at least 7 years standi…

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What are the important topics in Subordinate Courts for ICSE Class 10 History & Civics?
Key topics in Subordinate Courts include Types of Subordinate Courts, Court of the District Judge, Criminal Courts and Magistrates, Courts of Revenue. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 10 board exam.
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