Madras High Court, Supreme appellate court in Chennai, India
The Madras High Court building displays Gothic and Indo-Saracenic architectural elements, with tall spires and red brick construction in central Chennai.
Established in 1862 during British colonial rule, the Madras High Court began operations with three judges to administer justice in civil and criminal matters.
The court maintains legal records in multiple regional languages, including Tamil and English, reflecting the linguistic diversity of Tamil Nadu state.
The institution currently operates with 66 judges who handle constitutional, civil, criminal, and tax cases through both physical and virtual hearings.
The court maintains a database of retired judges for potential appointment as ad hoc judges to address case backlogs under Article 224A of the Constitution.
Location: Chennai
Location: Madurai
Inception: August 15, 1862
Website: http://hcmadras.tn.nic.in
GPS coordinates: 13.08778,80.28812
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:42
The British colonial period from 1800 to 1947 created a fusion of European and Indian architectural styles. Palaces, government buildings, churches and railway stations combine Victorian, Gothic and Indo-Saracenic elements. These structures in Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi and other cities demonstrate the cultural exchange of this era.
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