Separation of Powers

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Separation of powers between various organs; dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions.

Part of Constitution and Polity

2026

1. · Paper Q14 · 2026 · 15 marks · Solution

Examine how the separation of powers is practised in India compared to the rigid presidential model of the United States of America. In this context, compare the actual authority of the Indian Prime Minister with that of the President of the USA.

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2024

2. · Paper Q2 · 2024 · 10 marks · Solution

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

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2020

3. · Paper Q12 · 2020 · 15 marks · Solution

Judicial Legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context justify the filing of large number of public interest petitions praying for issuing guidelines to executive authorities.

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2019

4. · Paper Q1 · 2019 · 10 marks · Solution

Do you think that constitution of India does not accept principle of strict separation of powers rather it is based on the principle of 'checks and balance'? Explain.

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2018

5. · Paper Q12 · 2018 · 15 marks · Solution

How far do you agree with the view that tribunals curtail the jurisdiction of ordinary courts? In view of the above, discuss the constitutional validity and competency of the tribunals in India. (15).

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2015

6. · Paper Q5 · 2015 · 12 marks · Solution

Resorting to ordinances has always raised concern on violation of the spirit of separation of power doctrine. While noting the rationales justifying the power to promulgate, analyse whether the decision of the Supreme Court on the issue have further facilitated to resorting to this power. Should the power to promulgate the ordinances be repealed?

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