Question

With reference to the powers and functions of the High Courts, explain the following: a. Cases in which a High Court has Original Jurisdiction. b. What is meant by 'Appellate Jurisdiction'? c. Mention two types of cases which come under the Appellate Jurisdiction of a High Court.​

Answer 1

Answer:

(a) Original Jurisdiction

The Original Jurisdiction of High Courts concerns the matters that can be brought straight to the High Court. Under the Code of Civil Procedure, a High Court can deal with all civil suits unless prevented by some act or law.

(b) Appellate Jurisdiction

When a High Court entertains an appeal against the verdict of a lower court, it is called Appellate Jurisdiction.

(c) Revisory Jurisdiction

The High Court has Revisory Jurisdiction, which means it can review the verdict of the subordinate court for cases where it finds that the latter has exceeded its limit of jurisdiction or not followed the appropriate procedure. In such cases, the High Court takes further action to rectify the systemic discrepancy.