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Constitution and Basic Structure
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Section 497 of IPC will have to be struck down to uphold human life and dignity. Do you agree? Critically examine the issue of adultery law in India while suggesting potential solutions.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Fundamental RightsConstitution and Basic Structure
Critically discuss the evolving policy on reservation in promotions in India with special focus on its ability to meet the objectives of social justice.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
SC, ST and OBCConstitution and Basic Structure
"State impunity continues for acts of torture." Examine the statement in the background of India's stand on UN Convention against Torture'. Also, discuss various judicial and legislative steps taken to prevent torture in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
JudiciarySeparation of Powers
'Changing to a presidential system is the best way of ensuring a democracy that works' Do you agree? Give suitable arguments in support of your answer.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Comparative ConstitutionsConstitution and Basic Structure
The Montague-Chelmsford Reforms became the basis for the Government of India Act, 1935 and ultimately, the Constitution of India. Substantiate giving suitable arguments.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Constitution and Basic Structure
The spirit of the constitution of India represents a synthesis of Indian values, democratic and socialist movements in west and our independence movement. Elucidate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Constitution and Basic Structure
Unless the Supreme Court's judgment in the M Nagaraj case (2006) is either modified or overturned, there won't be clarity on the issue of reservation in promotions. Elucidate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Constitution and Basic StructureSC, ST and OBC
“In a constitutional scheme wedded to the concept of ‘Rule of Law,’ it is very difficult to accommodate a concept like preventive detention within its fold”. In light of the above statement examine the relevance of preventive detention with suitable examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Fundamental RightsConstitution and Basic Structure
Giving a brief comparative analysis of Fifth and Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, examine major issues that render provisions of both the schedules inefficient and less effective. Do you think that Sixth Schedule must now be replaced with Panchayati Raj Institutions? Justify
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
SC, ST and OBCLocal Government
While the power to punish for the contempt of court is a much needed tool to protect the administration of justice from being maligned, it is time that it be relooked into. Critically analyse.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
JudiciaryConstitution and Basic Structure
Where there is a right, there is a remedy. In this context, discuss the nature and significance of writs in India with adequate examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Fundamental RightsJudiciary
What is the importance of an independent judiciary in a democracy? Highlight the safeguards in our political-constitutional setup to ensure the independence of judiciary.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
JudiciarySeparation of Powers
Our Constitution doesn't acquire its secular character merely from the words in the Preamble, but from a collective reading of many of its provisions. Elucidate. Should India have a non-establishment principle like that of the U.S. Constitution?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights