18 Questions
What are the qualifications required to be recommended for appointment as a Supreme Court Judge?
Being a judge of one high court for at least five years
What is the retirement age for a judge of the Supreme Court?
65 years
What is the restriction placed on a person who has retired as a judge of the Supreme Court?
They are debarred from practicing in any court of law in India
What is one of the functions of the Supreme Court according to the given text?
Guardian of Constitution
Where is the principal bench of the High Court of Karnataka located?
Bengaluru
How are judges appointed to the High Court of Karnataka?
By the President of India
Which court has superintendence over all courts and tribunals operating within the State of Karnataka?
High Court of Karnataka
In which court are appeals against judgments of district-level civil and sessions courts heard?
High Court of Karnataka
What is the original jurisdiction of the High Courts of Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras in civil cases?
Hearing cases arising within these cities
Which court enjoys the exclusive right to hear civil cases involving property worth over Rs. 20,000?
High Courts of Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras
Which type of jurisdiction do all High Courts have in cases related to wills, divorce, contempt of court, and admiralty?
Original Jurisdiction
In which court can an appeal be made directly from a subordinate court if the dispute involves a value higher than Rs. 5000/-?
High Court of Karnataka
What does the jurisdiction of the High Court extend to in criminal cases?
All cases under State or federal laws
What is a significant function of High Courts as Courts of Record?
Records can be utilized by subordinate courts for deciding cases
What administrative power do High Courts have over subordinate courts?
Cannot transfer cases from one court to another or decide on transfers
What power do High Courts possess in terms of contempt cases?
Can punish all cases of contempt by any person or institution
What is a key function of High Courts regarding administrative staff?
Can appoint administrative staff and determine their salaries, allowances, and conditions of service
Which statement about High Courts' judicial review power is correct?
High Courts possess power of judicial review
Test your knowledge on the powers and jurisdiction of the Karnataka High Court, including its role as the highest judicial authority in the state, superintendence over lower courts, and handling appeals. Are you familiar with the legal hierarchy in Karnataka?
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