What does 'court hierarchy' mean?

• A. The ranking of courts by authority and their ability to hear appeals from lower courts
• B. The process of juror selection
• C. The budget allocation for courts
• D. The appointment of ministers

Answer: (A)

Court hierarchy is the structured ordering of courts from lowest to highest authority, and how appeals flow upward. It means each court has its own jurisdiction and powers, and decisions made in a lower court can be reviewed by a higher court if there’s an error of law. This setup helps ensure consistency through precedent and allocates cases efficiently. It’s not about juror selection, budgeting for courts, or appointing ministers.