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Separation of Powers
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Frequent reliance on the ordinance making power by the government, not only dilutes the basic tenets of executive accountability in a parliamentary democracy, but also overlooks the democratic traditions of building consensus. Discuss with relevant examples.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
ParliamentExecutive
Referring to the case laws through which the collegium system in India evolved, critically assess its functioning.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
JudiciaryConstitution and Basic Structure
Judicial activism is a necessary tool to guard against "legislative adventurism and executive excesses". Critically discuss in the context of the doctrine of separation of powers as provided in the Constitution of India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Separation of PowersJudiciary
What do you understand by 'The doctrine of separation of powers'? Do you think this doctrine is absolutely rigid as per our constitution? Justify.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Separation of PowersJudiciary
Despite being a non-constitutional body, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) has wielded immense decision-making power in India. Discuss the advantages and issues associated with it.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
ExecutiveSeparation of Powers
Differentiate between Gram Nyayalaya and lok adalats. How will these help in achieving the mandate of Article 39A?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
JudiciarySeparation of Powers
The MPLADS scheme goes against the spirit of 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendment Acts. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Local GovernmentFederalism
What do you mean by "Doctrine of Essentiality" and "Doctrine of Principled Distance"? Explain how the Supreme Court has helped in guarding the value of secularism in India with suitable examples. Establishing the National Tribunal Commission could entail a radical restructuring of the present tribunals' system. Discuss the statement in the backdrop of the recent issues facing the functioning of Tribunals in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
JudiciarySeparation of Powers