What constitution gives with one hand, it takes away with other. Critically discuss with reference to fundamental rights in Indian Constitution.

This argument is based on the premise that every fundamental right has so many exceptions, provisions, qualifications and explanation in such a way that they are rendered to exist only in name. This criticism is more focussed on the below: ..

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What are the major hindrances to develop the scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform as envisaged by constitution in fundamental duties? Discuss with suitable examples.

Article 51A (h) of the constitution which propounds fundamental duties provides that “It shall be duty of every citizen to develop the scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform”. But the scientific temper, humanism and spirit of ..

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Can Indian courts take notice of conviction of Indian national for offence abroad?

The bench of the Bombay High court has held that the courts in India can take notice of the conviction of an Indian by a foreign Court for the offence committed overseas while exercising their judicial and/or quasi judicial powers. ..

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Are there any rights guaranteed by Indian Constitution as absolute fundamental rights? Argue while emphasizing upon the Right to privacy.

Part III of the Indian Constitution is enshrined with the Fundamental Rights (FR). The idea of fundamental rights in India has been taken from the constitution of the USA. FR promotes the ideal of political democracy. Features: Some of the ..

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Discuss the constitutional provisions that ensure non-discrimination against any State by the Centre.

India has a federal system with strong entre. The constitutional provisions that ensure non-discrimination against any State by the Centre are as follows: Clear demarcation of state subjects in list –II of 7th Centre generally does not encroach into these ..

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What is the mandate of Article 312 in the constitution with respect to delegated legislation? Discuss while highlighting what system is in place in India for scrutinizing the delegated legislation.

Delegated legislation refers to regulations, orders, rules, by-laws and other instruments that are needed for effective implementation of the primary legislation. Usually, the primary legislation gives power to executive / implementation authority to make such rules and regulations. There are several ..

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