Description : The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the Centre and the States falls under its - (1) Advisory Jurisdiction (2) Appellate Jurisdiction (3) constitutional Jurisdiction (4) Original Jurisdiction
Last Answer : (4) Original Jurisdiction Explanation: The jurisdiction of the Supreme Court may be categorised as original, appellate and advisory. Under the Original Jurisdiction, the Supreme Court can settle disputes (1) between the ... one or more other States on the other; or (3) between two or more States.
Description : The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the centre and the states falls under its : (1) Advisory jurisdiction (2) Appellate jurisdiction (3) Original jurisdiction (4) Constitutional jurisdiction
Last Answer : (3) Original jurisdiction Explanation: Under Article 131, disputes between different units of the Federation will be within the exclusive original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court. Subject to the provisions of this ... one or more other States on the other; or (3) between two or more States.
Description : The Supreme Court of India enjoys - (1) Original jurisdiction (2) Advisory jurisdiction (3) Appellate and advisory jurisdictions (4) Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Last Answer : (4) Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions. Explanation: The Supreme Court has originally jurisdiction i.e. cases which can originate with the Supreme Court alone over disputes between the Government of India ... and states on one side and one or more state on the other two or more states.
Description : Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law? (1) Prime Minister (2) President (3) Any judge of the High Court (4) All of the above
Last Answer : (2) President Explanation: According to Article 143 of the Constitution of India, the President of India can request the Supreme Court of India to provide its advice on certain matters. This procedure is called "Presidential Reference".
Description : The Supreme Court of India enjoys – (1) original jurisdictions (2) advisory jurisdictions (3) appellate and advisory Jurisdictions (4) original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Last Answer : (4) original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions Explanation: The Supreme Court has original, appellate and advisory jurisdiction under Articles 32, 131-144 of the Constitution. The Supreme Court has special advisory ... of law or of fact) on which the existence or extent of a legal right depends.
Description : The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the Centre and the State falls under its ________. (1) Advisory Jurisdiction (2) Appellate Jurisdiction (3) Constitutional Jurisdiction (4) Original Jurisdiction
Last Answer : (4) Original Jurisdiction Explanation: The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the centre and the states falls under its original jurisdiction. The original jurisdiction of a court is ... or judge to pronounce the sentence of law, provided by law upon a state of facts.
Description : Which one of the following is related to Advisory Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court? (1) Speaker of the Parliament seeking opinion from the Supreme Court (2) Election Commission seeking opinion from the ... seeking opinion from the Supereme Court (4) President of on India seeks opinion law or facts
Last Answer : (4) President of on India seeks opinion law or facts Explanation: The Supreme Court has special advisory jurisdiction in matters which may specifically be referred to it by the President of India under ... , nor is it "law declared by the Supreme Court", hence not binding on subordinate courts.
Description : The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the Centre and the States falls under its - (1) Advisory jurisdiction (2) Original jurisdiction (3) Appellate jurisdiction (4) Jurisprudence
Last Answer : (2) Original jurisdiction Explanation: According to Article 13 under Indian Constitution, the Supreme Court has original jurisdiction in any dispute: between the Government of India and one or more States; or ... (whether of law or fact) on which the existence or extent of a legal right depends.
Description : Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law? (1) Prime Minister (2) President (3) Any of the high courts (4) All of the above
Last Answer : (2) President Explanation: President has the right to seek advisory opinion of the supreme court of India.
Description : The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between two or more States falls under its (A) Advisory Jurisdiction (B) Appellate Jurisdiction (C) Original Jurisdiction (D) Writ Jurisdiction
Last Answer : (C) Original Jurisdiction
Description : One feature is common to the following bodies. Find it out. Supreme Court, Election Commission, UPSC, Office of CAG – (1) They are advisory bodies. (2) They are extra constitutional bodies (3) They are controlled by legislature. (4) They are constitutional bodies.
Last Answer : (4) They are constitutional bodies Explanation: They are all constitutional bodies. Constitutional Bodies in India are formed by the Constitution which helps the Government to run properly ... the administration of specific functions. Some additional bodies help them by providing advisory functions.
Description : The minimum number of judges to sit on the Constitutional Bench or on Bench which gives its advisory opinion on the reference by the President must be: (1) One half of the total strength of the Supreme Court (2) Seven (3) Three (4) One-third of the total strength of the court
Last Answer : (1) One half of the total strength of the Supreme Court Explanation: Court's advisory jurisdiction may be sought by the President under Article 143 of the Constitution. This procedure is termed as " ... on the reference by the President must be one half of the total strength of the Supreme Court.
Description : The Supreme Court is empowered to settle election disputes of President and VicePresident. This is its – (1) Original Jurisdiction (2) Appellate Jurisdiction (3) Advisory Jurisdiction (4) Miscellaneous Jurisdiction
Last Answer : (1) Original Jurisdiction Explanation: Article 71 of the Constitution of India, 1950, provides that all doubts and disputes relating to election of a President or VicePresident are required to be enquired ... Supreme Court, which decides on the matter. The decision of the Supreme Court is final.
Description : Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court? (1) Article 129 (2) Article 132 (3) Article 143 (4) Article 32
Last Answer : (3) Article 143 Explanation: Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
Description : The Supreme Courts of India enjoys - (1) Original jurisdiction (2) Original, appellate and advisory jurisdiction (3) Advisory jurisdiction (4) Appellate and advisory jurisdiction
Last Answer : (2) Original, appellate and advisory jurisdiction Explanation: The supreme court of India enjoys original, appellate and advisory jurisdiction.
Description : What do you understand by International Court of Justice’s Advisory Jurisdiction? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The International Court of Justice is empowered to give advisory opinion on any legal question referred to it by any organ of United Nations or its agencies. The advisory opinion is not binding.
Description : With reference to the Independence and Impartiality of the Supreme Court, explain the role of each of the following factors: -SST 10th
Last Answer : (i) No discussion with respect to the Conduct of any Judge: No discussion shall take place in Parliament with respect to the conduct of any Judge in the discharge of his duties, except when a ... authority or dignity of the Court. The Supreme Court has the power to punish for contempt of itself.
Description : Which one of the following is NOT the main jurisdiction of the High Court of a state? (1) Advisory Jurisdiction (2) Original Jurisdiction (3) Supervisory Jurisdiction (4) Appellate Jurisdiction
Last Answer : (1) Advisory Jurisdiction Explanation: The High Court of India does not have advisory jurisdiction. It has original, appellate and supervisory jurisdiction only. Supervisory jurisdiction refers to power of superior courts of general superintendence over all subordinate courts.
Description : What role did the U.S supreme court play in the ending reconstruction?
Last Answer : The Court restricted the scope of the Fourteenth Amendment byleaving its enforcement up to the states.
Description : What role did the U S Supreme Court play in ending reconstruction?
Last Answer : What is the answer ?
Description : Rajya Sabha has no role in – (1) the election of the Vice-President (2) the election of the Speaker (3) the impeachment of the President (4) removal of the judges of the Supreme Court
Last Answer : (2) the election of the Speaker Explanation: The speaker is elected in the very first meeting of the Lok Sabha after the general elections for a term of 5 years from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha.
Description : If the President of India considers that a question of law may be referred to the Supreme Court, under which jurisdiction will the Supreme Court express its opinion in the matter? -SST 10th
Last Answer : Advisory Jurisdiction.
Description : Discuss the composition of the Supreme Court of India. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Composition of the Supreme Court: The Supreme Court consists of a Chief Justice and 25 other Judges or as decided by the Parliament. The Judges of Supreme Court are appointed by the President by ... or more High Courts. Or He should be a distinguished jurist in the opinion of the President.
Description : What has the supreme court done to reduce the influence of money and criminals in politics? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The Supreme Court has made it mandatory for every candidate who contests elections to file affidavit giving details of his property and criminal cases pending against him/her.
Description : How many Judges are there in the Supreme Court? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The Supreme Court consists of a Chief Justice and not more than 25 other Judges.
Description : Who appoints the Judges of the Supreme Court? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The President appoints the Judges of the Supreme Court on the advice of the Chief Justice of Supreme Court.
Description : Who determines the strength of the Supreme Court? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The Parliament determines the strength of the Supreme Court.
Description : Who can increase the number of Judges of the Supreme Court? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The number of Judges of the Supreme Court can be increased by the Parliament of India.
Description : Mention the term of a Judge of the Supreme Court. -SST 10th
Last Answer : A Judge of Supreme Court continues in office till he attains the age of sixty-five years.
Description : Who appoints the administrative staff of the Supreme Court? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The President appoints the administrative staff of the Supreme Court on the advice of other members of judiciary.
Description : Under what circumstances can the salaries and allowances of the Judges of the Supreme Court be reduced? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The salaries and allowances of the Judges of the Supreme Court can be reduced during periods of financial emergency.
Description : Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court can be divided into how many categories? Name them. -SST 10th
Last Answer : J urisdiction of the Supreme Court can be divided into three categories. They are: (i) Original Jurisdiction, (ii) Appellate Jurisdiction, (iii) Advisory Jurisdiction.
Description : Appellate Jurisdiction of Supreme Court can be divided into how many groups? Name them. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Appellate Jurisdiction of Supreme Court can be divided into three groups. They are: (i) Appeal in Constitutional Cases, (ii) Appeal in Civil Matters, (iii) Appeal in Criminal Cases.
Description : Why is the Supreme Court said to be the guardian of the Constitution? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The Supreme Court is known as the guardian of the Constitution as it can issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
Description : Mention any one power of the Supreme Court, which is not enjoyed by other courts. -SST 10th
Last Answer : One power of the Supreme Court, which is not enjoyed by other Courts, is that only Supreme Court has the right to revise its earlier decisions.
Description : Who appoints the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The President appoints the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court with the consultation of Judges of the Supreme Court and Chief Justice of the High Courts whom he may think fit.
Description : Mention the salary and allowances of the Chief Justice and the other Judges of the Supreme Court. -SST 10th
Last Answer : The Chief Justice of India and other Judges of the Supreme Court are entitled to a nominal monthly salary. They are also entitled to rent-free residential accommodation, other allowances and amenities. In ... advocate of a High Court for at least 10 years. He/She must be a distinguished Jurist.
Description : Discuss about the manner of appointment of Judges of the the Supreme Court. -SST 10th
Last Answer : The Judges of Supreme Court are appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal after consultation with such Judges of Supreme Court and High Courts as he deems necessary.
Description : Why is the Supreme Court described as a ‘Court of Record’? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The Supreme Court is a Court of Record. A ‘Court of Record’ is a Court whose judgements are recorded for evidence and testimony which are duly printed for the future references in the Court as well as for the use of lawyers in their pleadings.
Description : Mention three circumstances in which the office of the Judge of the Supreme Court falls vacant. -SST 10th
Last Answer : The circumstances in which the office of the Judge of the Supreme Court falls vacant are: (i) He can be removed on grounds of ‘Proved Misbehaviour’ or ‘Incapacity’. (ii) A Judge may resign himself on the grounds of health, or may retire from his office.
Description : Explain the term of office and removal of Judges of the Supreme Court. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Term of office and removal of Judges: A Judge of the Supreme Court continues in office until he attains the age of 65. However, Article 124 (2) provides that a Judge may resign by writing under ... a majority of not less than two-thirds of the members present and voting in each House of Parliament.
Description : Mention the ways in which the Supreme Court has been made independent of the influence of the Executive. -SST 10th
Last Answer : The Judges are although appointed by the President but he cannot remove them. Security of Tenure. Security of Salaries and service conditions. The Judges are free to announce their decisions and ... Judge of the Supreme Court in Parliament. The Judges are not allowed to practice after retirement.
Description : How does supreme court play the Guardian of the Fundamental Rights? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The Fundamental Rights are guaranteed by the Constitution against the action of both the Executive as well as Legislature. Any act of the Executive or of the Legislature which takes away or ... Court is thus the protector, and guardian of the Fundamental Rights guaranteed under the Constitution.
Description : The Supreme Court is the Guardian of the Fundamental Rights. -SST 10th
Last Answer : (i) Habeas Corpus: It literally means to have his body . Habeas Corpus implies that the Supreme Court might issue an order upon a person to produce a prisoner, whom the person has ... or an administrative authority in case they fail to exercise their jurisdiction and fail to perform their duty.
Description : How does Supreme Court act as: Custodian of the Constitution? -SST 10th
Last Answer : As the custodian of the Constitution, the Supreme Court has been equipped with the power of judicial review to check the arbitrary power of the Executive. Supreme Court can review the laws passed ... No organ of the Government, whether Union or State can violate the provisions of the Constitution.
Description : Why the Judges of the Supreme Court are prohibited to practice after retirement? -SST 10th
Last Answer : Prohibition of practice after retirement: The Judges of the Supreme Court and High Court receive good pensions but they are not permitted to practice as Lawyers after their retirement. This ... , they could influence their former colleagues in the judiciary if they are allowed to practice.
Description : Explain the Appellate Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court. -SST 10th
Last Answer : The cases which come to the Supreme Court to appeal from the decision or order of High Court or a Tribunal in India come under as Appellate Jurisdiction'. Appellate Jurisdiction covers three types ... power to grant special leave to appeal against any judgment or order of any court or tribunal.
Description : What is the procedure for the removal of a Supreme Court Judge. -SST 10th
Last Answer : A Judge can be impeached on grounds of proven misbehaviour or incapacity. The process involves a motion being passed by a special majority of each House of Parliament. (i) A motion addressed to the ... each house. (v) The judge will be removed after the President gives the order for his removal.
Description : What is the relationship of all the High Courts with the Supreme Court? -SST 10th
Last Answer : All the High Courts are directly under the Supreme Court, since all of them are a part of a single Judiciary.
Description : A Judge of the Supreme Court of India is to hold office until he attains the age of howmany years? -Do You Know?
Last Answer : Supreme Court Judges retire upon attaining the age of 65 years.