High Courts — Set 3
Indian Polity · उच्च न्यायालय · Questions 21–30 of 50
Which of the following disputes falls under the original jurisdiction of a High Court?
Correct Answer: D. Disputes relating to the election of MPs and MLAs
Disputes regarding the election of Members of Parliament and State Legislatures fall under the original jurisdiction of the High Court. This means such cases are heard directly by the High Court, not on appeal. Disputes between states go directly to the Supreme Court.
How does the writ jurisdiction of a High Court (Article 226) compare to that of the Supreme Court (Article 32)?
Correct Answer: D. It is wider
The writ jurisdiction of the High Court is wider than that of the Supreme Court. While the Supreme Court can issue writs only for Fundamental Rights, the High Court can issue them for Fundamental Rights and 'for any other purpose' (legal rights). However, the territorial jurisdiction of the SC is wider.
Who appoints the officers and servants of a High Court?
Correct Answer: A. The Chief Justice of the High Court
The Chief Justice of the High Court appoints the officers and servants of the court. This power ensures the administrative independence of the High Court. The Governor may require that appointments be made in consultation with the State Public Service Commission.
The administrative expenses of a High Court are charged upon which fund?
Correct Answer: D. Consolidated Fund of State
The administrative expenses, including salaries and allowances of staff, are charged upon the Consolidated Fund of the State. These expenses are not subject to the vote of the State Legislature. This provision safeguards the financial autonomy of the court.
Who has the power to establish a common High Court for two or more states?
Correct Answer: C. Parliament
The Parliament has the power to establish a common High Court for two or more states. This is done by law under Article 231. The Punjab and Haryana High Court is a prime example.
In which year was the High Court of Delhi established?
Correct Answer: A. 1966
The High Court of Delhi was established in 1966. Before this, the Punjab High Court exercised jurisdiction over Delhi. It is one of the few Union Territories to have a separate High Court.
The Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands falls under the jurisdiction of which High Court?
Correct Answer: B. Calcutta High Court
Andaman and Nicobar Islands fall under the jurisdiction of the Calcutta High Court. A circuit bench of the Calcutta High Court sits at Port Blair. This arrangement provides judicial access to the island territory.
The Union Territory of Lakshadweep falls under the jurisdiction of which High Court?
Correct Answer: C. Kerala High Court
Lakshadweep falls under the jurisdiction of the Kerala High Court. This is due to geographical proximity and linguistic ties. The seat of the Kerala High Court is in Kochi (Ernakulam).
Which High Court has jurisdiction over Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu?
Correct Answer: D. Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court has jurisdiction over the Union Territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. It also has jurisdiction over the state of Goa. The court has benches at Nagpur, Aurangabad, and Panaji.
The Union Territory of Puducherry falls under the jurisdiction of which High Court?
Correct Answer: D. Madras High Court
Puducherry falls under the jurisdiction of the Madras High Court. This has been the arrangement since the merger of the French territories. The main seat is in Chennai.