Question

A civil case becomes a fit case for appeal to the Supreme Court if ________________________.

• A. it involves a point of Constitutional law
• B. the High Court certifies that it involves a point of law and needs interpretation of the Constitution
• C. it involves a sum of money over Rs. 10,000
• D. the case had come to the High Court under an appeal from a subordinate court

Answer 1

The correct option is B the High Court certifies that it involves a point of law and needs interpretation of the Constitution

The Supreme Court most importantly is a court of appeal and hears appeals against the judgment of the lower court. Article 133 of the Constitution provide for an appeal to the supreme court from the judgment of High Court in civil matters.

The appeal lies when High Court certifies that:

1) the case involves a substantial (material) question of law ;

2) the question needs to be decided by the Supreme Court.