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What types of cases go directly to the Supreme Court?
What types of cases go directly to the Supreme Court?
- Cases involving federal relations (correct)
- Criminal cases
- Civil cases
- Cases involving state laws
Which court has the power to directly consider cases without going to the lower courts first?
Which court has the power to directly consider cases without going to the lower courts first?
- Federal Court
- Supreme Court (correct)
- High Court
- Lower Court
Why is the power of resolving disputes between the Union and the States entrusted to the Supreme Court?
Why is the power of resolving disputes between the Union and the States entrusted to the Supreme Court?
- Because it is the highest court in the country
- Because it settles disputes
- Because it interprets the Constitution
- Because it has original jurisdiction (correct)
In addition to settling disputes, what else does the Supreme Court do regarding the powers of Union and State governments?
In addition to settling disputes, what else does the Supreme Court do regarding the powers of Union and State governments?
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Which courts do not have the power to deal with cases involving federal matters?
Which courts do not have the power to deal with cases involving federal matters?
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Direct Cases in the Supreme Court
- Certain cases involving diplomats, ambassadors, and public officials go directly to the Supreme Court.
- Cases involving disputes between states or between the Union and a state also go directly to the Supreme Court.
Exclusive Jurisdiction
- The Supreme Court has the power to directly consider cases without going to the lower courts first, especially those involving disputes between states or the Union and a state.
Resolving Disputes
- The Supreme Court is entrusted with resolving disputes between the Union and the States to maintain the federal structure and ensure harmony between the Centre and the States.
Powers of Union and State Governments
- In addition to settling disputes, the Supreme Court interprets the Constitution to define the powers of the Union and State governments, ensuring they operate within their respective jurisdictions.
- The Supreme Court also ensures that both governments abide by the principles of federalism.
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