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Who can extend the jurisdiction of a High Court?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. The Parliament of India
  2. The President of India
  3. The Supreme Court of India
  4. The Governor of the State

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: The Parliament of India

Explanation: The correct answer is A. The Parliament of India. According to Article 230 of the Indian Constitution, the Parliament has the power to extend the jurisdiction of a High Court to any Union Territory or exclude it. This power ensures better administration of justice, especially in areas where separate High Courts are not feasible. For example, the jurisdiction of the Bombay High Court extends to Goa and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands fall under the Calcutta High Court.