⚖️ Calcutta High Court
๐️ Overview
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Established: 1862 (one of the oldest High Courts in India)
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Location: Kolkata (formerly Calcutta), West Bengal
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Jurisdiction: Entire state of West Bengal and the Union Territory of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
๐ Constitution and Powers
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The Calcutta High Court exercises original, appellate, and supervisory jurisdiction over civil, criminal, constitutional, and administrative matters.
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It is empowered under the Constitution of India (Articles 226 and 227) to issue writs for enforcement of fundamental rights and for any other purpose.
๐ง⚖️ Structure
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Chief Justice and a number of Judges appointed by the President of India in consultation with the Chief Justice of India and the Governor of West Bengal.
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The Court sits in a single bench or division benches depending on the case.
๐ Seat & Buildings
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The main seat is located at Esplanade East, Kolkata.
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The Court functions in the historic building known as the Calcutta High Court Building, famous for its Gothic architecture.
๐ Important Jurisdictional Features
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Original jurisdiction: Handles significant civil and criminal cases.
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Appellate jurisdiction: Hears appeals from lower courts in West Bengal.
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Writ jurisdiction: Protection of fundamental rights through writ petitions.
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Supervisory jurisdiction: Supervises all subordinate courts and tribunals within its territory.
๐ Official Website
For case status, cause lists, judgments, and other info:
๐ https://calcuttahighcourt.gov.in
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