Question

Which powers are held by the Supreme Court other that the three jurisdictions?

Answer 1

Other powers of the Supreme Court:

1. The Supreme Court has the power to review its own judgements.
2. It can punish the one who contempt the courts.
3. The Supreme Court can nullify steps or laws of the executive in case if it violates the Constitution. This right has been given to the President in the Constitution under the Right to Constitutional Remedies.
4. If the Supreme Court feels that a law, amendment in the Constitution or decision made by the lower courts do not align with the Constitution then it can declare it as unconstitutional.
5. As per the Constitution of India, citizens have been given the Right to Constitutional Remedies. In case if the citizens feel they are deprived of these rights they can approach the Supreme Court.
6. The court issues Writs to protect the fundamental rights of the citizens.
7. Thus, the Supreme Courtis the guardian as well as savior of the Constitution and citizens.