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Q: “The states in India seem reluctant to empower urban local bodies both functionally as well as financially.”

Points to Remember: Decentralization of power to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in India. Functional and financial autonomy of ULBs. State government’s role and reluctance. Reasons for reluctance: political, administrative, and financial. Consequences of inadequate empowerment. Recommendations for improved empowerment. Introduction: The 74th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992 mandated the devolution of power and responsibility to … Read more

Recent directives from Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas are perceived by the ‘Nagas’ as a threat to override the exceptional status enjoyed by the State. Discuss in light of Article 371A of the Indian Constitution.

Points to Remember: Article 371A and its safeguards for Nagaland. Recent directives from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Naga perception of threat to special status. Balancing national interests with Naga aspirations. Constitutional provisions and their interpretation. Introduction: Nagaland, a state in Northeast India, enjoys a unique constitutional position under Article 371A of the … Read more

Discuss-Section 66A of IT Act, with reference to its alleged violation of Article 19 of the Constitution.

Points to Remember: Section 66A of the IT Act, 2000 Article 19 of the Indian Constitution (Freedom of Speech and Expression) Supreme Court judgment in Shreya Singhal v. Union of India Concerns regarding free speech and online censorship Ambiguity and overbreadth of Section 66A Introduction: Section 66A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, criminalized the … Read more

What do understand by the concept “freedom of speech and expression”? Does it cover hate speech also? Why do the films in India stand on a slightly different plane from other forms of expression? Discuss.

Points to Remember: Freedom of speech and expression is a fundamental right. Hate speech is not protected under freedom of speech. Films in India face unique challenges due to their mass reach and potential for social impact. Introduction: Freedom of speech and expression, enshrined in Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution, is a cornerstone of … Read more

Does the right to clean environment entail legal regulation on burning crackers during Diwali? Discus in the light of Article 21 of Indian Constitution and judgements of the apex in this regard.

Keywords: Right to clean environment, Article 21, Diwali, burning crackers, legal regulation, Supreme Court judgments, India. Required Approach: Primarily analytical, incorporating factual information and legal precedents. Points to Remember: Article 21 of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to life, which includes the right to a clean environment. The Supreme Court has interpreted Article 21 … Read more

Discuss the possible factors that inhibit India from enacting for its citizen a uniform civil code as provided for in the Directive Principles of State Policy.

Points to Remember: Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP): Article 44 of the Indian Constitution advocates for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Religious Diversity: India’s diverse religious landscape is a major factor influencing the debate. Personal Laws: Different religious communities have their own personal laws governing marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption. Political Opposition: The UCC … Read more

In the integrity index of Transparency International, India stands very low. Discuss briefly the legal, political, social and cultural factors that have caused the decline of public morality in India.

Points to Remember: Low Integrity Index Ranking: India’s low ranking in Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) reflects a decline in public morality. Multifaceted Problem: The decline is rooted in a complex interplay of legal, political, social, and cultural factors. Need for Holistic Solutions: Addressing this requires a multi-pronged approach involving legal reforms, political will, … Read more

What was held in the Coelho case? In this context, can you say that judicial review is of key importance amongst the basic features of the Constitution?

Points to Remember: Key features of the Indian Constitution. The concept of judicial review. The significance of the Coelho case in establishing the limits of judicial review. The importance of judicial review as a basic feature of the Indian Constitution. Introduction: The Indian Constitution, a living document, is characterized by several basic features, including federalism, … Read more

Discuss each adjective attached to the word ‘Republic’ in the ‘Preamble’. Are they defendable in the present circumstances?

Points to Remember: The Preamble’s adjectives: Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic, Republic, and Justice, Liberty, Equality, Fraternity. Analyzing the contemporary relevance and defensibility of each adjective. Considering both positive and negative aspects of each adjective’s application in present-day India. Suggesting ways to strengthen the ideals represented by these adjectives. Introduction: The Preamble to the Indian Constitution … Read more

To what extent is Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, bearing marginal note “temporary provision with respect to the State of Jammu and Kashmir”, temporary? Discuss the future prospects of this provision in the context of Indian polity.

Points to Remember: Article 370’s temporary nature. Historical context of its enactment. Legal challenges and interpretations. Political implications and ramifications. Future prospects and potential scenarios. Introduction: Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, bearing the marginal note “temporary provision with respect to the State of Jammu and Kashmir,” granted special autonomous status to the state. Enacted … Read more

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