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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
Presiding Officers of State Legislature The presiding officer of a state legislature is the person who presides over the legislative sessions of that state. The presiding officer is responsible for maintaining order in the chamber, recognizing members to speak, and ruling on questions of parliamentary procedure. The presiding officer is also typically the leader of … Read more
The doctrine of the Separation of Powers finds its roots in the ancient world, where the concepts of governmental functions, and the theories of mixed and balanced government, were evolved. These were essential Elements in the development of The doctrine of the separation of powers. Their transmission through medieval writings, to provide the basis of … 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
State Legislature : Organization, Powers and functions 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 … Read more
Navigating the Labyrinth: Legislative Relations and Centre-State Relations in India India, a vast and diverse nation, operates under a complex federal structure where power is shared between the central government and the states. This intricate system necessitates a robust framework for legislative relations, ensuring smooth coordination and cooperation between the two levels of government. This … Read more
Politician and Civil Servant Relations It is an era of welfare states. Gone are the days when states were either instruments of tyranny or mere custodians of law and order. Nowadays the states not only protect and restrain but also foster and promote. As such the role of the ministers, who work for … Read more
The Indian Councils Act of 1861: A Step Towards Limited Representation and the Seeds of Self-Governance The Indian Councils Act of 1861, also known as the Council of India Act 1861, marked a significant turning point in the evolution of British India’s political landscape. While it did not grant full self-governance, it introduced elements of … Read more
The Indian Councils Act of 1892: A Step Towards Limited Representation and the Rise of Indian Nationalism The Indian Councils Act of 1892, passed by the British Parliament, marked a significant turning point in the evolution of India’s political landscape. While seemingly a minor amendment to the existing framework, it introduced elements of limited representation … Read more
The House Divided: Examining Key Issues in the Functioning of Parliament Parliament, the cornerstone of representative democracy, is tasked with the crucial role of enacting laws, scrutinizing the government, and representing the will of the people. However, in recent times, the functioning of parliaments across the globe has come under increasing scrutiny, with concerns raised … Read more