Appellate Jurisdiction
The power of a court to review decisions of lower courts on appeal.
Full Definition
Appellate jurisdiction is the power to hear appeals � to review, affirm, modify, or reverse decisions of lower courts. It is distinct from original jurisdiction. In India: the Supreme Court has appellate jurisdiction over High Court decisions (Article 133-136); High Courts have appellate jurisdiction over subordinate courts; Sessions Courts have appellate jurisdiction over magistrate courts.
In Indian Law
Articles 132-136 give the Supreme Court appellate jurisdiction. Article 136: special leave petition � the Supreme Court can grant leave to appeal from any judgment by any court. High Courts' appellate jurisdiction under Articles 226-227. Article 227: High Court's supervisory jurisdiction over all subordinate courts and tribunals.