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 ..

Highlight the importance of Kihoto Hollohan judgement in the light of issue of political defections in India.

“As politics become career, politicians become commodities for trade”. The menace of political defection is not new to India. The instance of Gaya Ram Aaya Ram, changing loyalties thrice in 2 weeks as early as 1960’s testifies the same. Unfortunately, ..

What are the key recommendations of Justice Srikrishna committee on Institutionalization of Arbitration Mechanism? Discuss while analyzing the related issues.

Bilateral investment treaty are joint mechanism between two countries to safeguard investors of their country in, others economic jurisdictions. Government had set up Justice Srikrishna committe to institutionalise Arbitration mechanism to reduce stress on Justice dispensing system in commercial system, ..

The principal constraint for India is trying to find solutions to 21st century problems using 19th century government structures. Discuss.

21st century India is faced with a novel set of issues & challenges, influenced by globalization, technology revolution, 4th Industrial revolution, climate change, etc. 21st Century Problems: Dual use of technology & their consequences. E.g. AI & associated privacy concern. ..

Highlight the importance of pressure groups in making the democracy participatory and responsive.

Pressure groups are a group of people who ventilate their opinions and try to influence public policy in their favour without directly taking part in politics. Roles: Voice of minorities. Accountability of government. Public spirited policy changes. Educates citizens on ..

Analyse the merits and demerits of the Presidential system for a country like India.

The constitution of India has provided for parliamentary system at both centre and state level. Unlike the presidential system, parliamentary system is based on responsible government where executive is responsible to legislative for its policies and actions. Given the non-satisfactory ..

Discuss the relevance of accountability of Judiciary to the society, while remaining conscious of the constitutional organisation of the government.

The judiciary is the guardian of the constitution, guarantor of the fundamental rights of citizens and ‘sentinel on qui vive’ (watchful guardian) on two other branches of the government. Given this significant role, Independent and Impartial judiciary is sine qua ..