71ˢᵗ B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2025

Which one of thé folowing subjects fall within the jurisdiction of both High Court and Supreme Court?

aDispute among States
bDispute between Centre and State
cProtection of fundamental rights✓ Correct
dProtection from the violation of the constitution

Explanation

Protection/enforcement of Fundamental Rights is a matter that falls within the jurisdiction of both the Supreme Court (Article 32) and the High Courts (Article 226). However, the task of protecting the basic structure of the Constitution also lies within the jurisdiction of both the Supreme Court and the High Courts. The High Courts in India have the power of judicial review and, through writ jurisdiction under Article 226, they can hear cases related to violation of the Constitution and examine the constitutionality of laws and executive orders. The Bihar Public Service Commission has accepted option (c) as the correct answer.

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