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What is meant when it is said a court has or has not got jurisdiction over a matter?

Basically, when a court has jurisdiction over a matter, it means that it  has the legal authority and power to hear the proceedings,and give a decision. When a court does not have jurisdiction over  a matter, it means that it lacks the legal authority and power to hear the proceedings and to give a decision.