Courts and Subordinate Courts — Chapter Summary
Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Political Science
Summary of Courts and Subordinate Courts for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Political Science. The Indian judiciary is structured in a hierarchical.
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Overview
The Indian judiciary is structured in a hierarchical manner, with the High Courts at the top of the state-level judicial system and subordinate courts functioning under them. This chapter explores the composition, powers, and jurisdiction of High Courts, their role in protecting fundamental rights,
Key Concepts
Each state has a High Court
Each state has a High Court, though some states share a common High Court. Each High Court consists of a Chief Justice and other judges appointed by t
High Courts can directly hear cases
High Courts can directly hear cases involving the enforcement of fundamental rights. They have the power to issue writs like Habeas Corpus, Mandamus,
High Courts primarily function as appellate
High Courts primarily function as appellate courts, hearing appeals from subordinate courts in civil and criminal matters. In criminal cases, they can
High Courts have administrative and judicial
High Courts have administrative and judicial control over all subordinate courts in the state. They can make rules, transfer cases, and supervise appo
Below the High Court are District
Below the High Court are District Courts, followed by various lower courts like Additional District Courts, Munsiff Courts, and Magistrate Courts. At
Learning Objectives
- Describe the composition and organization of the High Courts
- Explain the powers and jurisdiction of the High Courts
- Appreciate the role of the High Courts as protector of fundamental rights
- Explain the working of the subordinate or lower courts
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