What are the powers and functions of the Supreme Court of India?

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What are the powers and functions of the Supreme Court of India?

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Powers and Functions of the Supreme Court of India are:

  • It is the highest court of appeal in the civil and criminal cases.
  • The Supreme Court can hear appeal against the decisions of the High Court.
  • It can decide any disputes which arise between the citizens of the country, between citizens and the Government, between two or more state governments and between the Central and the State Governments.
  • The Supreme Court can declare any law passed by the Government as illegal if it violates any provisions of the Constitution.