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Legislative and Judicial control over the delegated legislation The Indian Constitution has established a Welfare State which mandates that the State shall legislate on innumerable activities touching human lives in order to promote the ‘maximum happiness of the maximum number of people’. Consequently the State has to undertake legislation on a variety of … Read more
Union Executive:-President The Union executive consists of the President, the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers. Powers and functions of The President of India The President is the head of the Indian State. He is the first citizen of India and acts as the symbol of unity, Integrity and solidarity of the nation. ARTICLE … Read more
Lengthiest Written Constitution: Originally our constitution contained 395 articles divided in 22 parts and 8 schedules. Constitution has been amended 98 times. Currently there are 25 Parts, 12 Schedules, and 448 Articles. These figures show our constitution as the most comprehensive constitution in the world. (British have no written constitution and Constitution of USA had … Read more
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
Introduction The Indian Judiciary plays an increasingly important role in the life and the governance of this country.. Recently CJI as the master of the roster with the sole prerogative to determine which Bench of judges gets to hear which cases comes under question. Four senior judges of supreme court came in public and … Read more
Enactment and Enforcement of the Constitution: A Vital Dance of Power and Responsibility The Constitution of a nation serves as its foundational document, outlining the framework for governance, defining the rights and responsibilities of citizens, and establishing the distribution of power within the state. However, the mere existence of a constitution is insufficient; its true … Read more
What is Democracy? Democracy is a form of government in which the people hold power. This means that the people have a say in how they are governed. There are many different types of democracy, but they all share some common features. In a democracy, the people elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf. … Read more
The Power of Judicial Review: A Balancing Act Between Democracy and Constitutionalism The power of judicial review, the ability of courts to strike down laws or government actions deemed unconstitutional, is a cornerstone of many modern democracies. It serves as a crucial safeguard against tyranny and ensures that the government remains accountable to the rule … Read more
Navigating the Labyrinth: A Deep Dive into Constitutional Interpretation The Constitution of the United States, a document revered as the bedrock of American democracy, is a living testament to the enduring power of words. Yet, its interpretation, a complex and multifaceted process, has been the subject of intense debate and scholarly inquiry for centuries. This … Read more
The Contested Terrain: Synthesis of Parliamentary Sovereignty and Judicial Supremacy The relationship between Parliament and the judiciary is a cornerstone of any constitutional democracy. This relationship is often characterized by a delicate balance between two fundamental principles: Parliamentary Sovereignty and Judicial Supremacy. While both principles are essential for a functioning democracy, they can sometimes clash, … Read more