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Fundamental Rights
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The 103rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 2019 has introduced a new dimension to the principle of affirmative action in India. Critically examine its implications for the broader goal of social justice.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Constitution and Basic StructureSC, ST and OBC
How does the Supreme Court's recent decision on Aligarh Muslim University's minority status affect the interpretation of Article 30 of the Indian Constitution?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
MinoritiesConstitution and Basic Structure
Discuss the role of the judiciary in navigating the tension between the right to religion and constitutional morality in India in recent times. Refer to relevant case laws.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 10 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights
Fundamental rights are not gifts bestowed upon by the state rather an individual possesses them independently of the state. In this context discuss the desirability of reasonable restrictions on various fundamental rights.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Fundamental RightsConstitution and Basic Structure
Secularism under the Indian constitution is encapsulated in the broader concept of constitutional commitment to equality. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights
Human dignity, stemming from right to life, does not end with death penalty. In this context, throw light on various controversies surrounding capital punishment in the country.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Fundamental RightsJudiciary
Discuss the role of the 'Fourth Estate' in upholding democratic values and analyse the issues affecting press freedom in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Transparency and AccountabilityFundamental Rights
In the context of India, despite the presence of constitutional provisions, legal precedents and international commitments that establish a robust foundation for a right to health, why has there been a lack of explicit legal recognition of this right?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
HealthConstitution and Basic Structure
Highlight the key differences in the scope of Freedom of speech and expression as provided under Parliamentary privileges vis a vis Fundamental rights. Why is it necessary to maintain a balance between parliamentary privilege and fundamental rights?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
ParliamentFundamental Rights
"Bail not Jail" is the cardinal principle that upholds the sacrosanct ideas of individual's liberty and dignity. Explain the statement with the help of various judicial pronouncements.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
JudiciaryFundamental Rights
The critical reason for poor public health indicators in India goes beyond recognition of right to health as fundamental right. Do you think that a statutory framework alone can ameliorate the situation?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
HealthPolicy Design and Implementation
Decriminalization of homosexuality by the SC in Navtej Singh Jauhar case remains a task half done, specially without the socio-political sensitisation about the issues faced by LGBTQIA+ community. Elaborate in light of ongoing debates on same sex marriage.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2024
Vulnerable SectionsConstitution and Basic Structure
"The right to internet access is integral to the realization and exercise of other fundamental rights in India." In this context examine how the recognition of internet access as a fundamental right in India reconciles with the state's authority to impose restrictions.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Fundamental RightsConstitution and Basic Structure
Bring out the similarities and differences in the Bill of Rights in the Constitution of the United States and Fundamental Rights in the Constitution of India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Comparative ConstitutionsFundamental Rights
The founders of the Constitution had "hoped and expected" a Uniform Civil Code for India but there has been no attempt at framing one. In this regard discuss the need for a Uniform Civil Code in India and examine the challenges in its implementation. What steps can be taken by the government to overcome these challenges?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Directive Principles and DutiesFundamental Rights
How does the principle of "bail as the rule, jail as the exception" uphold the right to life and personal liberty under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution? Refer to the recent judgements.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Fundamental RightsJudiciary
Recently, the Supreme Court has expanded the scope of Articles 14 and 21 to include the "right against the adverse effects of climate change". In this context, citing relevant case laws, discuss the role played by Indian judiciary in 'constitutionalization' of environmental issues.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
JudiciaryFundamental Rights
In a democratic society, individual rights and freedoms are always balanced against the larger interests of society and the state. To what extent do the constitutional restrictions on fundamental rights strike a balance between individual liberty and societal interests? What factors are considered in evaluating the reasonableness of such restrictions? Refer to the case laws.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Fundamental RightsConstitution and Basic Structure
Indian Constitution acquires its secular character not just from the words in the Preamble but from a collective reading of many of its provisions. Illustrate with examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights
"The constitutionalization of environmental issues by the Supreme Court is among the most transformative developments in contemporary Indian jurisprudence." Discuss the statement with the help of relevant case laws.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
JudiciaryFundamental Rights
Differentiating between Constitution and Constitutionalism, mention key constitutional provisions in India that uphold the principles of constitutionalism. How has it contributed to the stability and governance in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights
Our society is a progressive society but Indian criminal laws doesn't reflect the modern reality as per the democratic aspirations of people. In light of the statement, explain the need and the major changes required in the criminal laws.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights
Recently, the Supreme Court has expanded the scope of Articles 14 and 21 to include the "right to be safeguarded from adverse effects of climate change". In this context, citing relevant case laws, discuss the role played by Indian judiciary in 'constitutionalization' of environmental issues.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
JudiciaryFundamental Rights
American constitution provides for 'due process of law' against that of 'procedure established by law' contained in the Indian Constitution. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Comparative ConstitutionsFundamental Rights