CrPC Section 483
Section 483 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), 1973 (India):
⚖️ Section 483 CrPC – Duty of High Court to ensure proper functioning of subordinate courts
Bare Text (Simplified):
Every High Court shall exercise continuous superintendence over the functioning of Magistrates' courts in its jurisdiction to ensure:
The expeditious (speedy) and
Proper disposal of cases.
✅ Meaning / Explanation:
The High Court has a responsibility to monitor and supervise all subordinate Magistrate courts under it.
It must ensure:
Cases are dealt with efficiently,
There are no unnecessary delays, and
Justice is delivered promptly and properly.
This is part of the High Court’s administrative and supervisory powers over the lower judiciary.
🧑⚖️ Purpose:
To maintain discipline and efficiency in the subordinate judiciary.
To ensure public confidence in the judicial system.
To prevent delays, backlog, and irregularities in the trial courts.
📌 Example:
If a Magistrate court is habitually delaying trials, the High Court, under Section 483, can:
Take administrative action,
Issue guidelines or directions, or
Order corrective measures.
🔗 Related Provision:
Article 227 of the Constitution: Grants High Courts the power of superintendence over all courts and tribunals in its territory.
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