The correct answer is: A. 1916
The Patna High Court is the highest court of the Indian state of Bihar. It was established on 1 October 1916 by the Patna High Court Act, 1916. The court is located in Patna, the capital of Bihar.
The Patna High Court has jurisdiction over all civil and criminal cases arising in the state of Bihar. It also has appellate jurisdiction over the decisions of the subordinate courts in the state.
The Patna High Court is a court of record. This means that its decisions are binding on all lower courts in the state. The court is also a court of appeal. This means that it can hear appeals from the decisions of the subordinate courts in the state.
The Patna High Court is headed by a Chief Justice. The Chief Justice is assisted by a number of judges. The judges are appointed by the President of India on the recommendation of the Chief Justice of India.
The Patna High Court is a very important institution in the state of Bihar. It plays a vital role in the administration of justice in the state.
The other options are incorrect because:
- Option B is incorrect because the Patna High Court was not established in 1917.
- Option C is incorrect because the Patna High Court was not established in 1918.
- Option D is incorrect because the Patna High Court was not established in 1971.