Supreme Court of India: original, appellate and advisory jurisdiction
Background
The Supreme Court has original, appellate and advisory jurisdiction.
Its exclusive original jurisdiction covers disputes between the Government of India and one or more States, or between two or more States, where a legal right is involved.
Article 32 gives it an extensive original jurisdiction for enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
Under Article 32 it may issue directions, orders or writs, including habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
Under Article 143 the President may refer matters to it for its advisory opinion.
Jurisdictions:
Original, appellate and advisory
Enforcement of Fundamental Rights:
Article 32
Advisory jurisdiction:
Article 143
Writs:
Habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto, certiorari
Why it matters for exams: Article 32, exclusive original jurisdiction and the Article 143 reference are frequently asked judiciary facts.
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