Appellate Jurisdiction

Judiciary (10)

With reference to the powers and functions of the High Court. Explain briefly the meaning and scope of Appellate Jurisdiction

Answer

Appellate Jurisdiction:

The High Court has the powers to accept appeals against the decisions of District Courts, in Civil as well as Criminal matters.

Civil Cases:

  1. In matter concerning land revenue
  2. In cases where blatant injunctions been committed by any Tribunal.

Criminal Cases:

  1. Against the judgement of a session judge or an additional judge where the sentence of imprisonment exceeds 7 years.
  2. Against the judgement of an Assistant Session Judge, the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate, where the sentence of imprisonment exceeds 4 years.
  • Exam Year: 2017