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Chapter-24 The Judiciary — Online MCQ Test

Q: What is the highest court of appeal in India?

Answer: C. Supreme Court — The Supreme Court is the highest judicial authority in India. It stands at the top of the Indian judicial system.

Q: What does FIR stand for?

Answer: B. First Information Report — FIR means First Information Report. It is the first written report given to the police about a cognizable offence.

Q: A person wants justice in a simple dispute without going through a long court process. Which forum is most suitable?

Answer: C. Lok Adalat — Lok Adalat provides quick settlement of disputes. It is useful for cases that can be solved through compromise.

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Chapter-24 The Judiciary — Important Questions & Answers (FAQ)

Frequently asked questions from Tamil Nadu State Board Samacheer Kalvi 8th SOCIAL — Chapter-24 The Judiciary, with answers and explanations. These are sample questions; the exam has its own separate question set.

What is the highest court of appeal in India?

A. District Court
B. High Court
C. Supreme Court ✓
D. Lok Adalat

Answer: C. Supreme Court
The Supreme Court is the highest judicial authority in India. It stands at the top of the Indian judicial system.

What does FIR stand for?

A. First Inquiry Report
B. First Information Report ✓
C. Final Investigation Report
D. First Issue Record

Answer: B. First Information Report
FIR means First Information Report. It is the first written report given to the police about a cognizable offence.

A person wants justice in a simple dispute without going through a long court process. Which forum is most suitable?

A. Supreme Court
B. High Court
C. Lok Adalat ✓
D. Election Commission

Answer: C. Lok Adalat
Lok Adalat provides quick settlement of disputes. It is useful for cases that can be solved through compromise.

Which of the following correctly matches the court with its role?

A. Supreme Court - Highest court of appeal in India ✓
B. High Court - Highest court in the country
C. Lok Adalat - Issues FIRs
D. Police Station - Gives final judgments

Answer: A. Supreme Court - Highest court of appeal in India
The Supreme Court is the highest court of appeal in India. The other options wrongly describe the functions of those institutions.

Which statement about Lok Adalat is correct?

A. Its decision is always delivered after years of trial
B. It is meant only for constitutional cases
C. It helps in speedy settlement of disputes by compromise ✓
D. It is the same as the Supreme Court

Answer: C. It helps in speedy settlement of disputes by compromise
Lok Adalat is designed for quick and peaceful settlement of disputes. It reduces the burden on regular courts.

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