Integrated GS: 2016-17 [New Document]: Mains GS-II-7: Separation of Powers / Dispute Redressal Mechanisms
Model Questions
- “In Indian Constitution, separation of functions is followed and not of powers.” Explain while throwing light upon various provisions in the constitution.
- Critically examine the scope of Article 131 of the constitution towards Redressal of inter-state disputes. Why the Supreme Court provided that a dispute under this article must be a “federal dispute”? Explain.
- While explaining the scope of article 263, explain the competency of Inter-state Council towards resolution of Inter-state disputes. Why this body is largely ignored and underutilised?
- What do you understand by the inherent “contempt power” or “contempt jurisdiction” of the Central Administrative Tribunal? What is its relevance towards its effective functioning? Explain.
- While Central Administrative Tribunal has worked well, state administrative tribunals became redundant. What are the reasons for the same? Why some states have shut down their administrative tribunals? Explain.
- Make an assessment of four years of NGT performance putting major decisions and cases in light. What role has NGT played in environment jurisprudence and democracy?
- What are the roles and functions assigned to Competition Commission of India? While making an assessment of functioning of CCI, discuss the present challenges it faces in carrying out its statutory mandate.
- What are the concerns and key issues around over-tribunalisation of dispensation of justice in the country? While keeping Legatt Committee of UK in reference, suggest what should be done to overcome these concerns.
- Discuss the rationale, proposed mandate and functions of the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA).
- The Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 brought about the establishment of Lok Adalat System for settlement of disputes cheaply and expeditiously and also in the spirit of compromise by give and take formula. Discuss their functions and award mechanism.
- In recent times, arbitration has emerged as a preferred option to settle commercial disputes in India. What efforts have been made to make this option more “user friendly” in addition to reduction of cost? Discuss.
