Question

Parliament may by law
A. Extend the jurisdiction of a High Court
B. establish a common High Court for two or more States
C. constitute a High Court for a Union Territory
D. establish administrative tribunal for each State
E. appoint judges of the High Courts
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

• A. Only A, B, C and D
• B. Only B, C, D and E
• C. Only A, B, D and E
• D. Only A, C, D and E

Hint:

Always distinguish between "legislative" powers (making laws/structure) and "executive" powers (appointments).
Parliament makes the "box" (jurisdiction/structure), and the President puts the "person" (judge) in the box.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Parliament has legislative power to define the structure and jurisdiction of various judicial bodies.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
- (A) is correct: Under Art 230, Parliament can extend or exclude HC jurisdiction to/from UTs.
- (B) is correct: Under Art 231, Parliament can establish a common High Court.
- (C) is correct: Under Art 241, Parliament can create a High Court for a UT.
- (D) is correct: Under Art 323A/B, Parliament can establish tribunals.
- (E) is incorrect: Judges of High Courts are appointed by the President (Art 217), not "by law" by Parliament.
Step 3: Final Answer:
Parliament can do A, B, C, and D.