Q15 · UPSC 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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