Constitution of India · Section Article 247
Power of Parliament to provide for the establishment of certain additional courts
Article 247 — Power of Parliament to provide for the establishment of certain additional courts
- Power of Parliament to provide for the establishment of certain additional courts.—Notwithstanding anything in this Chapter, Parliament may by law provide for the establishment of any additional courts for the better administration of laws made by Parliament or of any existing laws with respect to a matter enumerated in the Union List.
Plain English Summary
This article gives the Parliament the power to create extra courts if it is necessary for better managing laws made by Parliament or existing laws concerning subjects listed in the Union List (subjects where the central government has primary authority).
Key Points
- Parliament can establish additional courts through a law.
- This power exists even if other parts of the Constitution might restrict it.
- The purpose is to improve the administration of laws related to matters under the Union List.
- It allows for flexibility in judicial structure when needed.
Why It Matters
It ensures that the government has the flexibility to set up specialized courts quickly to effectively manage complex laws pertaining to subjects under central jurisdiction, improving law enforcement and administration.
Landmark Judgements
No major landmark judgements.