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Question
With reference to the powers and functions of the High Court, explain briefly the meaning and scope of the following:
The High Court as a Court of Record
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Solution
The High Court is a court of law as its judgments and orders are preserved as a record to be referred by its court in future cases. The law laid down by the High Court is binding on all subordinate courts. Further, the High Court can punish anyone who commits a contempt of its order.
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