Q41. Select the correct sequence of steps involved for a litigant seeking to appeal a civil dispute initially filed at the lowest level in Rajasthan:
Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts: RAS Prelims MCQs
82 RAS Prelims MCQs on the Rajasthan High Court and the subordinate courts cover its history, jurisdiction, writ powers, judges and the court hierarchy. Revenue courts, legal services authorities, Family Courts and Fast Track Courts are asked along with the constitutional articles on the High Court.
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Q42. In which year was the Rajasthan State Legal Services Authority (RSLSA) formally constituted to implement the provisions of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 in the state?
Explanation
The Rajasthan State Legal Services Authority was constituted in 1998 to implement the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 in the State.
Q43. Find the odd one out among the following officers in the context of the revenue court hierarchy in Rajasthan:
Explanation
The Tehsildar, Sub-Divisional Officer and Collector are revenue court officers. The Chief Judicial Magistrate is in the criminal court system, so he is the odd one out.
Q44. Consider the following elements regarding the control of the High Court over subordinate courts under Article 235:
I. Posting and promotion of persons belonging to the judicial service of a State.
II. Grant of leave to persons belonging to the judicial service.
III. Disciplinary jurisdiction over judicial officers.
IV. Dismissal or removal of a District Judge without any reference to the Governor.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct regarding the scope of control?
I. Posting and promotion of persons belonging to the judicial service of a State.
II. Grant of leave to persons belonging to the judicial service.
III. Disciplinary jurisdiction over judicial officers.
IV. Dismissal or removal of a District Judge without any reference to the Governor.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct regarding the scope of control?
Explanation
Article 235 gives the High Court control over posting, promotion, leave and discipline of judicial officers below the District Judge. The dismissal or removal of a District Judge needs the Governor, so IV is wrong.
Q45. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The Rajasthan High Court enjoys original jurisdiction in matters pertaining to the election of members to the State Legislative Assembly.
Reason (R): The Representation of the People Act, 1951 vests the power to hear election petitions directly in the High Courts. In the context of the above two statements, choose the correct option:
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The Rajasthan High Court enjoys original jurisdiction in matters pertaining to the election of members to the State Legislative Assembly.
Reason (R): The Representation of the People Act, 1951 vests the power to hear election petitions directly in the High Courts. In the context of the above two statements, choose the correct option:
Explanation
The High Court has original jurisdiction over election petitions, because the Representation of the People Act, 1951 gives it the power to hear them directly. R explains A.
Q46. The salaries and allowances of the Judges of the Rajasthan High Court are charged on:
Explanation
The salaries and allowances of the judges of a High Court are charged on the Consolidated Fund of the State, so they are not subject to a vote in the Legislature.
Q47. Consider the following statements regarding the writ of Certiorari:
I. It is issued by a higher court to a lower court or tribunal.
II. It is issued to quash an order already passed by an inferior court.
III. It can be issued on the grounds of excess of jurisdiction.
IV. It can be issued on the grounds of error of law apparent on the face of the record.
V. It can be issued against private individuals to resolve personal property disputes.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. It is issued by a higher court to a lower court or tribunal.
II. It is issued to quash an order already passed by an inferior court.
III. It can be issued on the grounds of excess of jurisdiction.
IV. It can be issued on the grounds of error of law apparent on the face of the record.
V. It can be issued against private individuals to resolve personal property disputes.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
Certiorari is issued by a higher court to quash an order of a lower court or tribunal, for excess of jurisdiction or an error of law on the face of the record. It is not issued against private individuals in property disputes, so V is incorrect.
Q48. Based on the statements given below, choose the correct option:
Statement I: The President can appoint duly qualified persons as additional judges of the Rajasthan High Court for a temporary period not exceeding two years.
Statement II: Additional judges can hold office up to the age of 65 years.
Statement I: The President can appoint duly qualified persons as additional judges of the Rajasthan High Court for a temporary period not exceeding two years.
Statement II: Additional judges can hold office up to the age of 65 years.
Explanation
The President can appoint additional judges for a temporary period of up to two years, so Statement I is correct. High Court judges retire at 62 years, not 65, so Statement II is incorrect.
Q49. What is the retirement age of a judicial officer serving in the subordinate judiciary (like a District Judge) in Rajasthan?
Explanation
In Rajasthan, officers of the subordinate judiciary, such as District Judges and Civil Judges, typically retire at the age of sixty years. This age limit was standardized across many states following judicial directions to ensure a consistent tenure for lower court judges. This differs from High Court judges, who retire at sixty-two, and Supreme Court judges, who retire at sixty-five.
Q50. Which of the following pairs is correctly matched regarding the types of jurisdiction of the Rajasthan High Court?
Explanation
Supervisory jurisdiction refers to the High Court’s authority to oversee and call for returns from all subordinate courts and tribunals. Original jurisdiction is the power to hear a case for the first time, not appeals. Appellate jurisdiction involves hearing cases decided by lower courts. Notably, the power to provide advisory opinions to the executive is exclusive to the Supreme Court.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 41 | (a) Civil Judge (Junior Division) District Judge High Court Supreme Court |
| 42 | (c) 1998 |
| 43 | (b) Chief Judicial Magistrate |
| 44 | (c) I, II and III only |
| 45 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 46 | (d) The Consolidated Fund of the State of Rajasthan |
| 47 | (c) V only |
| 48 | (a) Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect. |
| 49 | (b) 60 years |
| 50 | (a) Supervisory Jurisdiction - Authority to call for returns from all subordinate courts and tribunals. |
Key facts from Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
- The Rajasthan High Court was inaugurated at Jodhpur on 29 August 1949; Justice Kamal Kant Verma was its first Chief Justice.
- Article 226 lets the High Court issue writs for fundamental rights and for any other purpose; Article 227 gives it superintendence over all courts and tribunals.
- A High Court judge retires at 62; the judges’ salaries are charged on the State’s Consolidated Fund.
- Article 222 allows the President to transfer a judge, after consulting the Chief Justice of India.
- The Rajasthan State Legal Services Authority was constituted in 1998; the District Judge chairs the District Legal Services Authority.
- The Family Courts Act was enacted in 1984; Fast Track Courts dispose of old sessions cases and cases involving women and children.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts?
This page has 82 practice MCQs on Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts (Rajasthan Polity and Administration). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
When was the Rajasthan High Court inaugurated?
On 29 August 1949 at Jodhpur, by the Rajpramukh Maharaja Sawai Man Singh. Justice Kamal Kant Verma was the first Chief Justice of the newly constituted High Court.
At what age does a High Court judge retire?
At 62 years. A Supreme Court judge retires at 65. Additional judges of a High Court are appointed for a temporary period not exceeding two years, and a judge can be transferred under Article 222.
Who chairs the District Legal Services Authority?
The District Judge, ex officio. The authority provides free legal aid and runs Lok Adalats at the district level under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, so that no citizen is denied justice because of poverty.