The Indian Judiciary Overview

<p>To expedite justice for those in remote areas. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The authority to enforce laws and rules. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>62 years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Chief Justice of India (C), The Governor of the State (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Supervisory Jurisdiction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ten years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Civil case (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>District Court (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Charges of misconduct (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Original Jurisdiction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To uphold the law and protect citizens' rights (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is single, integrated, and unified (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The President of India (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To declare any law illegal not in accordance with the Constitution (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The process by which courts evaluate the legality of laws (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It can punish anyone for contempt of any law court in India (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide non-binding advice to the President and Council of Ministers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>25 judges (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Wrongs against society or the state (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They may be fined, arrested, or imprisoned (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mahipal Singh had more power and influence (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was illegal due to fraud against an illiterate person (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Guidance from an NGO specializing in legal aid (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By the rates of rural cooperative banks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They were influenced by social and economic power dynamics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The vulnerability of illiterate individuals in legal matters (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He would have lost his land. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They allow direct interaction with the judge. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Parties can appeal to a higher court if they disagree. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Indian judiciary is a single, unified system. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A court order to safeguard fundamental rights. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Students were punished for refusing to sing the national anthem due to religious beliefs. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They offer a quick and free resolution for disputes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To the High Court or the Supreme Court. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The power of a court to hear and decide cases.

A formal written order from a court.

A dispute between individuals or groups, not involving a crime.

A dispute between a citizen and the government, alleging a crime.

Courts that travel to different locations to provide justice.

The highest court in each state, responsible for upholding the constitution and ensuring justice.

The presiding judge of the High Court, appointed by the president.

Judges of the High Court appointed by the president after consulting the Chief Justice of India and the governor.

A citizen of India with at least ten years' experience as a High Court advocate or a judicial officer.

The High Court has the power to adjudicate on cases related to fundamental rights.

The High Court can issue writs, which are orders that direct a specific action or prevent one.

The High Court can review decisions from lower courts.

Lower courts in a state, including district courts and courts below.

Criminal disputes involve wrongs against society, such as theft, robbery, murder, or arson.

The government brings criminal cases against individuals.

Criminal law focuses on punishing wrongdoings. This can involve fines, arrests, or imprisonment.

Appellate jurisdiction allows higher courts to review decisions of lower courts.

When a higher court changes the decision of a lower court, it's called overturning.

Bhole Ram was illiterate and signed a document without understanding its contents.

The High Court recognized that Bhole Ram was tricked into signing the document, so the agreement was deemed unfair.

It's crucial to protect vulnerable individuals from unfair contracts and ensure justice.

The body that upholds the law, punishes the guilty, and resolves disputes. It ensures the protection of citizens' basic rights and safeguards the constitution's supremacy.

A system where a person dissatisfied with a lower court's verdict can appeal to a higher court.

The highest court in India, headed by the Chief Justice, with 25 judges whose number can be increased by Parliament. The Chief Justice is appointed by the President, while other judges are appointed on the Chief Justice's recommendation.

The Supreme Court's power to hear appeals from High Court judgments in both civil and criminal cases.

The Supreme Court's role in advising the President and the Council of Ministers on constitutional and public importance issues, although the advice is not binding on the President.

The Supreme Court's ability to issue orders to enforce fundamental rights, provide compensation to victims, punish offenders, and declare laws or policies contradicting the Constitution as illegal.

The Supreme Court maintains records of all cases and judgments.

Any act opposing or defying the authority of a court, which the Supreme Court has the power to punish.

A system of alternative dispute resolution in India, used to resolve disputes quickly and cost-effectively.

A legal structure where all courts in the country operate under the Supreme Court's authority, allowing appeals to higher courts for dissatisfied citizens.

The right to a fair trial, access to justice, and protection of fundamental rights.

A legal process where a dissatisfied party can request a higher court to review the decisions of a lower court.

The ability to express your religious beliefs without being forced to perform acts that go against your beliefs.

The right to be treated without prejudice or discrimination.

A legal principle that ensures the rights of all citizens are protected by the courts.