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Supreme Court structure & jurisdiction

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Exam Strategy

UPSC consistently tests SC composition (CJI + judges), hierarchy of courts, original vs appellate jurisdiction distinctions, and Art. 142 powers. Questions focus on constitutional provisions (Arts 124–147) rather than recent judgments. Common trap: confusing High Court and Supreme Court jurisdictional boundaries; avoid treating advisory jurisdiction as binding.

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CJI + 30+ judges (expandable by Parliament)

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Original, appellate, advisory, and writ jurisdiction

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Art. 142: SC can pass any order in 'interests of justice'

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High Court ≠ Supreme Court: HC appeals reach SC

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Constitutional interpretation is SC's supreme power

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