In which of the following aspects does the supervisory jurisdiction of the High Court under Article 227 differ fundamentally from its writ jurisdiction under Article 226?

Options:

  • A: Article 226 can be invoked suo motu by the High Court, whereas Article 227 can only be invoked upon an application by an aggrieved party.
  • B: Article 226 is primarily remedial and curative of individual grievances, whereas Article 227 is both administrative and judicial, aimed at keeping subordinate courts within their bounds of authority.
  • C: Article 227 allows the High Court to act as a court of appeal to re-appreciate evidence, whereas Article 226 does not permit any such re-appreciation.
  • D: Article 226 extends to military tribunals, whereas Article 227 is completely restricted to civil courts only.

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