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Introduction The case of Krishna Kumar Singh & Ors. v. State of Bihar & Ors. (2017) is a landmark decision by the Supreme Court of India that clarified the constitutional limits on the power of the President and Governors to promulgate ordinances under Articles 123 and 213 of the Indian Constitution. The judgement specifically addressed the issues […]
The President of India is the formal head of the state and the supreme commander of the Indian Armed Forces. While the position is largely ceremonial, it carries substantial constitutional powers, which are primarily vested under the Constitution of India.The Indian President is the head of the state and he is also called the first […]
UPSC की तैयारी आमतौर पर 2 से 2.5 वर्ष का समर्पित समय लेती है। यदि आप पीछे मुड़कर देखें, तो जहाँ से आपने शुरुआत की थी और आज जहाँ पहुँचे हैं, उसके बीच का अंतर आपकी स्पष्टता, अनुशासन और रणनीति का परिणाम है। सफलता का मूलमंत्र है – अपनी तैयारी की दिशा और नियंत्रण अपने […]
The Constitution of India, the bedrock of the Indian democratic framework, provides a system of governance that maintains the balance between central and state powers under a federal structure. However, the framers of the Constitution recognized that in extraordinary situations, the Union must be empowered to take decisive action to protect national unity, integrity, and […]
The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are an integral part of the Indian Constitution, enshrined in Part IV (Articles 36–51). These principles provide guidelines to the government for the governance of the country. Though non-justiciable (not enforceable in a court of law), DPSPs are crucial in shaping India’s policies and laws. Among the various categories of DPSP, the Gandhian […]
The judiciary in India is one of the most powerful and respected pillars of the Indian democratic structure. As an independent organ of the state, it plays a crucial role in ensuring the effective functioning of democracy, safeguarding the Constitution, and protecting the rights of individuals. The primary functions of the judiciary in India are […]
The judiciary in India plays a pivotal role in upholding the rule of law, interpreting the Constitution, and safeguarding fundamental rights. It acts as a guardian of democracy, ensuring that laws are followed and justice is administered impartially. India’s judicial system is unique, with its hierarchical structure designed to cater to the needs of a […]
Definition of State under Article 12 Article 12 of the Indian Constitution defines the meaning of the term “State” for the purposes of the Constitution. According to Article 12, “State” includes the following: The government and the Parliament of India The government and Legislature of each of the states in India All local or other authorities within […]
Article 15 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. This article ensures equality before the law and prohibits any form of discrimination in public access to shops, public restaurants, hotels, and places of public entertainment. It also prohibits any form of discrimination in employment or […]
A proposal is defined as an offer made by one party to another party with the intention of entering into a legally binding agreement. It is an expression of willingness to do or not to do something, forming the basis of a contract. The proposal under Indian Contract Act According to Section 2(a) of the Indian […]