Principle

JURISDICTION — Raising Issue of Jurisdiction — At Any Time

Area of law: JURISDICTION
Court: Supreme Court

Jurisdiction can be raised at any stage. The principle applies to all courts. No leave is required. The rule is fundamental. The court may raise jurisdiction suo motu but must hear parties before resolving it. The principle is well-established.

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