Describe the powers and functions of the High Courts of India. What type of cases come before the High Courts in India?

Like the Supreme Court of India, a High Court has to perform many functions and duties of judicial and non-judicial nature.

1. Original Jurisdiction : The original field of the judicial functions of the High Court is very limited. Cases relating to Fundamental Rights, marriage and divorce, wills and laws can be brought directly to a High Court.
2. Appellate Jurisdiction : Appeals in civil and criminal cases are made to the High Court against the decision of the subordinate courts.
3. The High Court supervises the functions of all the subordinate courts in the state. It can also transfer a case from a subordinate court to itself or to another subordinate court if a necessity arises. It can also examine their records.
4. It also has the power to issue various writs for the protection of individuals and safeguarding their rights.