The document summarizes the hierarchy of the Indian judiciary. It begins with the Supreme Court of India, which was established in 1950 and acts as the highest court with the power of judicial review. Below the Supreme Court are the various High Courts of each state and union territory. The High Courts preside over district courts, which are the lowest level of courts and handle both civil and criminal cases from their district. The judiciary is independent of the executive and legislative branches according to the Constitution of India.