Practice High Courts (3.8) - The Judiciary - ICSE 10 History and Civics

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
Who appoints judges in High Courts?
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Think about the highest authority in the country.
Question 2.
True or False: High Courts handle cases from only their respective states.
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Recall the jurisdiction of the High Courts.
3Question 3.
Who has the authority to appoint judges in the High Court?
- Chief Justice
- Prime Minister
- President
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Think about the highest official in the government.
4Question 4.
The jurisdiction of High Courts is limited to:
- True
- False
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Recall the powers they hold.
Question 5.
Consider a situation where a citizen believes their rights are being infringed by a local government. How could this individual use the functions of the High Court to address their grievances?
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Think about the kinds of writs that relate to citizen rights.
Question 6.
Evaluate the impact of High Courts on the rule of law in India. What would happen if High Courts did not exist?
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Consider the role of checks and balances in democracy.

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