Question

With reference to the powers and functions of the High Court, explain briefly the meaning and the scope of the following:
(a) Original Jurisdiction.
(b) Appellate Jurisdiction.
(c) Revisory Jurisdiction.

Answer 1

(a) Original Jurisdiction
The Original Jurisdiction of High Courts concerns the matters that can be brought straight to the High Court. Under the Code of Civil Procedure, a High Court can deal with all civil suits unless prevented by some act or law.
(b) Appellate Jurisdiction
When a High Court entertains an appeal against the verdict of a lower court, it is called Appellate Jurisdiction.
(c) Revisory Jurisdiction
The High Court has Revisory Jurisdiction, which means it can review the verdict of the subordinate court for cases where it finds that the latter has exceeded its limit of jurisdiction or not followed the appropriate procedure. In such cases, the High Court takes further action to rectify the systemic discrepancy.