Article 135
Jurisdiction and powers of the Federal Court under existing law to be exercisable by the Supreme Court
Part V: The Union
Until Parliament by law otherwise provides, the Supreme Court shall also have jurisdiction and powers with respect to any matter to which the provisions of article 133 or article 134 do not apply if jurisdiction and powers in relation to that matter were exercisable by the Federal Court immediately before the commencement of this Constitution under any existing law.
The Constitution of India (As on 1 May 2026). Includes every amendment up to the Constitution (One Hundred and Sixth Amendment) Act, 2023. The small raised numbers in the text point to the amendment notes below.
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- 137Review of judgments or orders by the Supreme Court
- 138Enlargement of the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court