GK Question

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Which type of cases can be appealed to Supreme Court as of right (without certificate from High Court)?

  1. Civil cases involving substantial question of law
  2. Criminal cases where HC reversed acquittal and sentenced to death
  3. Cases certified by HC as fit for appeal
  4. All of the above

Answer: Criminal cases where HC reversed acquittal and sentenced to death

Article 134(1): Appeal to SC as of right in criminal cases if: (a) HC reversed acquittal and sentenced to death, OR (b) HC withdrew case from subordinate court and sentenced to death, OR (c) HC certifies case fit for appeal. Civil appeals require HC certification of substantial question of law (Article 133).

Topic Supreme Court - Appellate Jurisdiction
Exam Relevance Appellate procedure question for UPSC and SSC CGL Tier-2