Mandate and Jurisdiction

The High Court discharges its judicial mandate in line with Article 165 of the Constitution, Independently and its subject only to the Constitution and the law

The High Court has unlimited original jurisdiction to determine all criminal and civil matters. The Court interprets the Constitution and hears cases concerning violation and or infringement of the Bill of Rights. In addition, it handles appeals emanating from Subordinate Courts (Magistrates Court, Kadhis Court, Tribunals, Court Martials, Small Claims Court). It exercises supervisory jurisdiction over Subordinate Courts and over any person, body or authority exercising judicial or quasi-judicial function and also hears appeals from tribunals that consider the removal of a person from office.