Indian Polity • JudiciaryMedium
Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court of India: 1. It is a court of record with power to punish for contempt. 2. Its original jurisdiction extends to disputes between two or more states. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2✓ Correct Answer
D. Neither 1 nor 2
💡 Solution & Explanation
Article 129 establishes the Supreme Court as a court of record possessing contempt powers, while Article 131 grants it exclusive original jurisdiction over legal disputes between the Government of India and one or more states, or between different states. Both statements accurately reflect constitutional provisions governing the apex court's authority.
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