Dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions

Dispute Redressal Mechanisms and Institutions. Emergence and use of Alternative Dispute Redressal Mechanisms. In a Democracy, the citizens make the government and hold it accountable. Government is operated by Bureaucracy for whom the rules and regulations are more important than helping the citizens. Also, it tends to keep things secret and department like electricity and … Read more

Sources of Income of State Government

The constitution (73rd and 74th) Amendment Acts, 1992 and ARTICLE 280 (3) (c) have altered the erstwhile fiscal devolution system and framework between the states and local governments. Under the new fiscal devolution system every State Government is required to constitute, once in five years, a Finance Commission under articles 243 (I) and entrust it … Read more

Judiciary : Composition, Structure and Function

Union Judiciary : The Supreme Court ; its role and powers The Supreme Court is the highest court of The Indian Republic.  Judiciary, the third organ of the government, has an important role to play in the governance. It settles the disputes, interprets laws, protects Fundamental Rights and acts as guardian of the Constitution. India … Read more

Public Interest Litigation

“Public Interest Litigation“,is a litigation filed in a court of law, for the protection of “Public Interest” , such as pollution, Terrorism, Road safety, constructional hazards etc. ARTICLE 32 of the Indian Constitution contains the tool which directly joins the public with the judiciary. Public Interest Litigation is not mentioned in any constitution or a … Read more

The Rashtrakutas

Rashtrakutas The Rashtrakutas called themselves descendants of one named Satyaki. But there is difference of opinion about their origin among the historians. According to some they were originally of Dravidian peasant extraction. From some of the inscriptions of the Chalukya kings it is known that the Rashtrakutas were feudatories of the Chalukyas. Perhaps their original … Read more

Common Market

Here is a list of subtopics without any description for Common Market: Common market Economic integration European Economic Community European Single Market Free trade area Single market Trade bloc Customs Union Economic Union Political union A common market is a type of economic integration where countries agree to remove all trade barriers between them and … Read more

Inter-State Water Disputes Tribunals

Navigating the Waters of Conflict: A Deep Dive into Inter-State Water Disputes Tribunals in India India, a land of diverse landscapes and rich water resources, faces a complex challenge: managing these resources amidst growing populations and competing demands. This challenge is further amplified by the intricate web of inter-state water disputes, where states vie for … Read more

Appellate Jurisdiction

The Power of Review: A Deep Dive into Appellate Jurisdiction The concept of appellate jurisdiction is a cornerstone of modern legal systems, ensuring fairness and consistency in the application of law. It allows higher courts to review decisions made by lower courts, ensuring that justice is served and that legal principles are applied correctly. This … Read more

Ad hoc Judges

The Ad Hoc Judge: A Balancing Act Between Expertise and Impartiality The concept of an ad hoc judge, a temporary or special judge appointed for a specific case or court, has long been a subject of debate and scrutiny. While offering the potential for specialized expertise and efficient case resolution, it also raises concerns about … Read more