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The Indian government is structured into three branches: executive, legislative, and judicial. The Judiciary is distinct from the other two departments in that it cannot interfere with its operations. As a result, the courts play an essential role in defending the constitution.
The Supreme Court of India (SC of India) is the highest court in India and the ultimate court of appeal established by the Indian Constitution.
The High Court (HC) is the highest judicial venue at the state and union territory levels. One of the significant distinctions between the High Court and the Supreme Court is that the HC's judgment can be challenged in the SC, but the SC's decision is final and binding, with no further appeals allowed.
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The High Court is the highest court in a state's government. The Chief Justice of the State presides over it. |
The Supreme Court is the country's highest court of justice, and it is presided over by the Chief Justice of India. |
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The President appoints High Court judges in collaboration with the Chief Justice of India and the Governor of the state in issue. |
According to the Indian Constitution, every Supreme Court Judge should be appointed by the President by warrant under his/her hand and seal after consultation with such of the Supreme Court and High Court Judges in the States. |
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The High Court judges retire at the age of 62. |
A Supreme Court justice retires at the age of 65. |
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The High Court has power over all other courts under its jurisdiction, which is restricted by the state's borders. |
The Supreme Court has authority over all of the country's courts and tribunals. |
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The Chief Justice of the State presides over the High Court. |
The Chief Justice of India presides over the Supreme Court. |
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There is a Chief Justice and numerous additional justices on each High Court. The President of India determines the number of judges to be appointed. |
The Supreme Court of India currently has 31 judges (Including the Chief Justice and 30 other judges). The Supreme Court (Number of Justices) has created provisions for the appointment of four extra judges. It expanded the number of members from 31 to 34, which included the Chief Justice of India. |
