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Which of the following statements are correct? I. The Supreme Court and High Courts have the power to…

All three statements are correct. Articles 129 and 215 make the Supreme Court and High Courts courts of record with power to punish contempt of themselves. Article 145…

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Which of the following statements are correct?
I. The Supreme Court and High Courts have the power to punish any person for its contempt.
II. The Supreme Court has power to make rules to regulate its procedure under Articles 145.
III. The President may under Article 223 appoint one of the judges of the High Court as acting Chief Justice.

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Correct answer A

All three statements are correct. Articles 129 and 215 make the Supreme Court and High Courts courts of record with power to punish contempt of themselves. Article 145 allows the Supreme Court to regulate its practice and procedure through rules, subject to parliamentary law and presidential approval. Under Article 223, the President may appoint another judge of the High Court to perform the Chief Justice's duties when that office is vacant or the Chief Justice cannot act.

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