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Article 88: The Balancing Act â Rights of Ministers and Parliamentary Scrutiny Article 88 of the Indian Constitution, a cornerstone of parliamentary democracy, outlines the rights and privileges of ministers in relation to the Houses of Parliament. This article, while seemingly straightforward, embodies a delicate balancing act between the executive’s need for effective governance and … Read more
Articles 168 to 212 in Part VI of the Constitution deal with the organisation, composition, duration, officers, procedures, privileges, powers and so on of the State Legislature.In most of the States, the Legislature consists of the Governor and the Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha). This means that these State have unicameral Legislature. In a Six States( … Read more
Warren Hastings (1773-1785) Became Governor in 1772 and Governor-General in 1773 through Regulating Act of 1773 His four councillors were Clavering, Francis, Monson and Barwell Abolished Dual system(1767-1772) of administration (1772) Auctioned the right to collect land revenue to the highest bidder (1772) Divided Bengal into districts and appointed Collectors (1772) Rohilla war(1774) and annexation … Read more
The Constitutional Position of the President: A Balancing Act of Power and Responsibility The President, the head of state and the head of government in many nations, occupies a pivotal position within the framework of a constitutional democracy. Their role is multifaceted, encompassing a wide range of responsibilities and powers, all carefully delineated and balanced … Read more
The Impeachment of Presidents: A Historical Examination of Power, Politics, and the Constitution The impeachment process, enshrined in the United States Constitution, stands as a powerful tool for holding the President accountable for alleged misconduct. While rarely invoked, its historical application reveals a complex interplay of political motivations, legal interpretations, and public opinion. This article … Read more