Calcutta High Court

The Calcutta High Court is the highest judicial authority in the Indian state of West Bengal and the Union Territory of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is responsible for interpreting laws, protecting citizens' rights, and resolving legal disputes within its jurisdiction. Established in 1862, it functions as the apex court for its region, hearing cases related to civil, criminal, constitutional, and administrative law. The court also reviews decisions of lower courts and ensures justice is administered fairly. Its decisions set legal precedents that help shape the law in the region.