Jurisdiction
Nounअधिकार, न्यायाधिकारी क्षेत्र
Definition
The authority or power to interpret and apply the law.
Contextual Sentence: "The Supreme Court’s jurisdiction over fundamental rights ensures that no state or individual can violate them unchecked."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Think of 'juris' (law) + 'dict' (say) + 'tion' (action) → 'Lawful authority' = Jurisdiction.
Synonyms
authority
competence
jurisdictional power
Antonyms
jurisdictionless
unauthorized
illegal