Q15 · UPPSC current affairs · 21 September 2026 · PIB · Central Administrative Tribunal Administrative Tribunals Act 1985 Article 323A

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Consider the following statements regarding the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT):1.The CAT is strictly bound by the provisions of the Civil Procedure Code (CPC) during all its proceedings.2.Writs against CAT decisions are filed before Division Benches of High Courts, not directly in the Supreme Court.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 1 only

B 2 only

C Both 1 and 2

D Neither 1 nor 2

Correct answer: (b) 2 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is incorrect because CAT is not bound by the Civil Procedure Code but is guided by principles of natural justice. Statement 2 is correct, as established by the L. Chandra Kumar case, requiring writs against CAT decisions to go to High Court Division Benches.

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Askable facts for Central Administrative Tribunal Administrative Tribunals Act 1985 Article 323A

Constitutional Provision

Article 323A

Why it mattersEmpowers Parliament to create service tribunals for Union and States.
Parent Act

Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985

Why it mattersStatutory basis for establishment and jurisdiction of CAT and State Administrative Tribunals.
Judicial Review Precedent

L. Chandra Kumar Case (1997)

Why it mattersRestored High Court judicial review power over tribunal decisions.

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