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25. How does original jurisdiction interpret the
Constitution?

Ans. All cases where interpretation of the Constitution is
required can be directly filed in the Supreme Court. The

Supreme Court has the power of exclusive jurisdiction in
regard to questions as to Constitutional validity of central
laws.

26. What is Appellate Jurisdiction?

Ans. Appellate Jurisdiction means the powers to grant
special leave to appeal against the judgement delivered by
any court in the country.

27. What is the final court of Appeal?

Ans. The Supreme Court is the final Court of Appeal.

28. What are the two types of appeals in criminal cases lie in

the Supreme Court?

The two types of appeals in criminal cases lie in the Supreme

Court are:

(i) Cases without the certificate of the High Court.

(ii) Cases with the certificate of the High Court.

29. What is a Court of Record?

A Court of Record is a court whose judgements are recorded
for evidence and testimony.

30. What acts as the guardian of the Cosntitution?

Ans. The Supreme Court acts as the guardian of the

Constitution.