Indian Judiciary
Hierarchy of Courts in India
A single, integrated judicial pyramid — from the trial courts at the base to the Supreme Court at the apex.
Apex
Supreme Court of India
The final court and guardian of the Constitution — original, appellate & advisory jurisdiction. Its law binds every court (Art. 141).
State Level
High Courts
The highest court of a State or group of States — wide writ jurisdiction (Art. 226) plus appellate, original & supervisory powers over courts below.
District Level
District & Subordinate Courts
The trial courts. Civil side — District Judge, Civil Judge (Senior & Junior Divisions); Criminal side — Sessions Judge and Magistrates.
Alongside the Pyramid
Tribunals & Lok Adalats
Specialised and alternative forums — administrative tribunals and Lok Adalats that resolve disputes outside the regular court structure.