Court Hierarchy in India
The Indian judicial system is a unified system structured hierarchically. General information regarding the courts is provided below for educational purposes.
Supreme Court of India
The highest judicial forum and final court of appeal under the Constitution of India.
High Courts
The highest appellate courts in each state or union territory. They possess wide appellate and writ jurisdiction.
District Courts
Administer justice in India at a district level. Presided over by a District & Sessions Judge.
Magistrate Courts
Subordinate courts operating under the District Courts, handling initial stages of criminal cases and civil suits.