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Discuss India as a secular state and compare with the secular principles of the US constitution. (250 words)

India is a secular state, as stated in the Preamble and guaranteed by its Constitution, where all religions are treated equally. In contrast, the U.S.…

Explain the reasons for the growth of public interest litigation in India. As a result of it, has the Indian Supreme Court emerged as the world’s most powerful judiciary? (250 words)

Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in India has grown significantly since the 1980s, enabling the judiciary to protect the rights of marginalized groups and enhance social…

What changes has the Union Government recently introduced in the domain of Centre-State relations? Suggest measures to be adopted to build the trust between the Centre and the States and for strengthening federalism. (250 words)

The Union Government has introduced various changes in Centre-State relations to enhance cooperation and promote balanced federalism. Recent reforms aim to address economic, administrative, and…

Right to privacy is intrinsic to life and personal liberty and is inherently protected under Article 21 of the constitution. Explain. In this reference, discuss the law relating to D.N.A. testing of child in the womb to establish its paternity. (250 words)

The right to privacy in India is a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution, as affirmed by the Supreme Court in the landmark Justice…

The duty of the Comptroller and Auditor General is not merely to ensure the legality of expenditure but also its propriety.” Comment. (150 words)

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, as per Article 148 of the Constitution, ensures financial accountability of the government. CAG’s duty extends beyond…

The growth of cabinet system has practically resulted in the marginalisation of the parliamentary supremacy” Elucidate. (150 words)

The Cabinet system in India, a legacy of the British parliamentary model, has evolved to concentrate power in the hands of a few ministers. This…

Explain and distinguish between Lok Adalats and Arbitration Tribunals. Whether they entertain civil as well as criminal cases? (150 words)

Lok Adalats and Arbitration Tribunals are alternate dispute resolution mechanisms in India aimed at reducing the burden on regular courts. They differ in their composition,…

Examine the need for electoral reforms as suggested by various committees with particular reference to “one nation-one election” principle. (150 words)

Electoral reforms in India aim to address issues like corruption, high election expenditure, and frequent elections, which disrupt governance. The Law Commission (2018) and NITI…

Explain the structure of the Parliamentary Committee system. How far have the financial committees helped in the institutionalisation of Indian Parliament? (250 words)

Structure of the Parliamentary Committee System Institutionalization of Indian Parliament through Financial Committees The Parliamentary Committee system plays a pivotal role in the functioning of…