"The constitution of India has kept adjusting itself to the requirements of Indian society without losing its identity and sanctity." Verify the statement citing appropriate examples.

Indian constitution is a written constitution with judicious mix of flexibility and rigidity. Art 368 enumerates the provisions and procedure for amendment of different parts of the constitution. This provision has been invoked number of times to meet the exigencies ..

Discuss the conditions, that in the last few decades, have led to the emergence of a new civil society in urban India. Highlight its contribution in policy change and making governance more effective.

Civil society organizations refer to an organized group of people fighting for their concerns through peaceful means or working towards citizen empowerment. It includes NGOs, Self-help groups, charities, pressure groups, and trade associations & advocacy groups like FICCI, ASSOCHAM, etc. ..

How the judges of lower judiciary are selected currently across India? What is recent stance of Supreme Court on All-India common test for lower judiciary? Discuss.

India has an integrated judicial structure with Supreme Court at the apex followed by high courts at state level and district courts at district level. Governor in consultation with State public service commission and high court makes appointments to the ..

The preamble to the Indian constitution cannot be regarded as a source of any prohibition or limitation. Discuss in the context of various judgements of the Supreme Court.

Mr. Nani Palkivala, famous constitutional expert described preamble as horoscope of India’s constitution. It embodies the vision of our founding fathers, fundamental principles as well as solemn resolve that nothing but revolution can alter. Significance: Nature of Indian society – ..

Discuss the possible implications of replacing the words "all minorities" in Article 30 of the Constitution with words "all sections of citizens having distinct language or religion".

India is a multi-lingual, multi-ethnic, multi-religion nation. In order to protect all the unique cultures, languages constitution has provided protection to them under Fundamental Rights Art 29 and 30. Article 30 of the Indian constitution grants following rights to linguistic ..

Kashmir Issue Takes Centre Stage In The US Congress

A resolution has been introduced by Indian-American Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal in the US Congress for India to swiftly end the communication lockdown in Jammu and Kashmir, which has been in place since August 2019. What is the issue? On August ..

Intervention by civil society has played a very important role in making governance transparent and accountable. Discuss in context of India.

It is aptly opined that the Media & Civil Society are the fourth pillar of government. “Civil society is the engine of social change” – Dennis Mcquail Civil society refers to the non-profit organizations that are independent of government control ..

At the heart of the case relating to the interpretation of Section 123 of the Representation of People's Act, 1951 (Act), is the issue of free speech. Explain.

Free and fair elections  are bedrock of successful democracy. Free and fair elections are ensured through independent election commission, laws under Representation of People’s Act 1951 which govern conduct and disqualification of candidates. Section 123 of RPA 1951 imposes restriction ..