Indian Judiciary - Supreme Court Jurisdiction
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What can the Supreme Court do in case of contempt of Court?

  • Transfer the case to the High Court
  • Refer the case to the President
  • Issue a warning to the offender
  • Punish for contempt of itself (correct)

    • Who can file a petition for contempt of Court?

  • Attorney General or Solicitor General only
  • Any practicing lawyer
  • Only a Supreme Court Judge
  • Any person (correct)

    • In which case can the Supreme Court review its judgment or order?

  • Criminal proceedings only
  • Civil proceedings only
  • On grounds mentioned in Order XLVII, Rule 1 of the Code of Civil Procedure (correct)
  • On grounds mentioned in the Constitution

    • When can the Supreme Court entertain an application for review in a civil proceeding?

    <p>Only on grounds mentioned in Order XLVII, Rule 1 of the Code of Civil Procedure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum requirement for an individual to be appointed as a judge of the Supreme Court?

    <p>All of the above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what circumstances can the Supreme Court reconsider its final judgment/ order?

    <p>After the dismissal of Review Petition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of High Courts in India?

    <p>Only appellate jurisdiction in each state and union territory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT part of the Supreme Court's jurisdiction?

    <p>Criminal jurisdiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Supreme Court's exclusive original jurisdiction?

    <p>Both (a) and (b)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of writs can the Supreme Court issue to enforce Fundamental Rights?

    <p>Habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto, and certiorari.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following powers does the Supreme Court NOT have?

    <p>The power to hear appeals from the decisions of the High Courts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Supreme Court's advisory jurisdiction?

    <p>To provide guidance to the Government of India on matters of national importance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the exclusive original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court?

    <p>Both (a) and (b)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can the appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court be invoked?

    <p>Both (a) and (b)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the binding nature of Supreme Court decisions on other courts in India?

    <p>Supreme Court decisions are binding on all courts/tribunals in the country and act as precedents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the power of the Supreme Court under Article 142 of the Constitution?

    <p>The Supreme Court can pass any order to do complete justice between the parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a part of the Supreme Court's jurisdiction?

    <p>Criminal jurisdiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Supreme Court in the doctrine of separation of powers?

    <p>The Supreme Court can interpret the Constitution and determine the constitutionality of laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

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