Question

What is the rationale behind the revisory jurisdiction of the Supreme Court?

• A. It is necessary for the efficient supervision of subordinate courts.
• B. This power is granted to protect the power of the legislature.
• C. The court can rectify its own mistakes through this power.
• D. It is necessary to maintain international treaties.

Answer 1

The correct option is C The court can rectify its own mistakes through this power.

The Constitution of India grants revisory power to the Supreme Court. It helps the court to review its own judgements and rectify errors if needed. The revisory jurisdiction of the High Court, meanwhile, is associated with the efficient supervision of subordinate courts.