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Indian Constitution

The Constitution of India is the supreme law of the land, adopted in 1950 and establishing the framework of the Indian government. It outlines the powers and responsibilities of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, and can be amended through a rigorous process.

The Constitution safeguards the fundamental rights of citizens and serves as the foundation for India’s vibrant democracy, federal structure, and decentralized governance system.

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Arpita Chaubey
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Arpita ChaubeyBegginer
Asked: July 16, 2024In:
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The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) that will replace the colonial-era Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC), the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC), and the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 ...

  1. Kuldeep Rajput
    Kuldeep Rajput Begginer

    The replacement of the IPC, CrPC, and IEA with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) is a significant change for the Indian legal system. Proponents argue that the new laws will be more reflective of contemporary India andRead more

    The replacement of the IPC, CrPC, and IEA with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) is a significant change for the Indian legal system. Proponents argue that the new laws will be more reflective of contemporary India and address shortcomings in the colonial-era legislation. Critics raise concerns about the potential for disruption and the need for careful implementation.
    Here’s a breakdown of the potential pros and cons:
    Potential benefits:
    * More relevant to modern India
    * Address shortcomings in the old laws
    * More inclusive and equitable
    Potential drawbacks:
    * Disruption to the legal system
    * Need for careful implementation
    * Unintended consequences
    Overall, the change is significant and has the potential to be positive, but it’s important to be aware of the challenges as well.

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Rutuja Ahire
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Asked: July 16, 2024In: , , , ,
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  1. Khushi
    Khushi Begginer

    The Constitution of India and the Constitution of the United States share some similarities, but there are also significant differences. Here are some key differences: 1. Length: The Indian Constitution is the longest written constitution in the world, with 397 articles, while the US Constitution haRead more

    The Constitution of India and the Constitution of the United States share some similarities, but there are also significant differences. Here are some key differences:

    1. Length: The Indian Constitution is the longest written constitution in the world, with 397 articles, while the US Constitution has just 7 articles.

    2. Federalism: India is a federal union with a strong central government, while the US is a federation of states with greater autonomy.

    3. Bill of Rights: The US Constitution has a separate Bill of Rights (the first 10 amendments), while the Indian Constitution incorporates fundamental rights within the main text (Part III).

    4. Judicial Review: Both constitutions have judicial review powers, but the Indian Supreme Court has more extensive powers.

    5. Amendment Process: The US Constitution has a more rigid amendment process (requiring 2/3 majority in both Houses and ratification by 3/4 states), while the Indian Constitution allows for easier amendments (simple majority in both Houses).

    6. Directive Principles: India’s Constitution includes Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV), which are non-justiciable guidelines for governance, whereas the US Constitution does not have similar provisions.

    7. Emergency Provisions: India’s Constitution has more comprehensive emergency provisions (Article 352-360), while the US Constitution has limited provisions for national emergencies.

    8. Secularism: India is a secular country (Article 25-28), whereas the US has no explicit mention of secularism in its Constitution.

    9. Economic and Social Rights: India’s Constitution includes economic and social rights (Part IV), whereas the US Constitution primarily focuses on political and civil rights.

    10. Preamble: The Indian Constitution’s preamble emphasizes justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity, while the US Constitution’s preamble emphasizes establishing a more perfect union and promoting general welfare.

    These differences reflect the unique historical, cultural, and political contexts of each country.

     

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Manisha Bhattacharya
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Asked: July 17, 2024In:
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  1. Khushi
    Khushi Begginer

    The Supreme Court of India plays a crucial role in ensuring that the Parliament does not abuse its power to amend the Constitution arbitrarily. This is done through the concept of "Basic Structure Doctrine", which was established in the landmark case of Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973).Read more

    The Supreme Court of India plays a crucial role in ensuring that the Parliament does not abuse its power to amend the Constitution arbitrarily. This is done through the concept of “Basic Structure Doctrine”, which was established in the landmark case of Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973).

    Critical discussion:

    Pros:

    1. Checks and balances: The Supreme Court’s power to review constitutional amendments ensures that the Parliament does not become all-powerful, maintaining a balance of power among the branches of government.

    2. Protection of fundamental rights: The Court ensures that amendments do not infringe upon fundamental rights, such as equality, liberty, and justice, which are essential to the Constitution’s basic structure.

    3. Prevention of abuse of power: The Court’s scrutiny prevents the Parliament from using its power to amend the Constitution for personal or political gain, rather than for the public good.

    Cons:

    1. Judicial activism: Critics argue that the Supreme Court’s power to review constitutional amendments can lead to judicial activism, where the Court oversteps its bounds and interferes with the legislative process.

    2. Limitations on parliamentary sovereignty: The Basic Structure Doctrine can be seen as limiting the Parliament’s sovereignty, which is a fundamental principle of democracy.

    3. Potential for political conflict: The Court’s review of constitutional amendments can lead to political conflict between the judiciary and the legislature, potentially destabilizing the democratic system.

    In conclusion, the Supreme Court’s role in checking the Parliament’s power to amend the Constitution is crucial for maintaining the balance of power and protecting fundamental rights. However, it is important to strike a balance between judicial review and parliamentary sovereignty to ensure that the democratic system functions smoothly.

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Vaibhav DhanorkarBegginer
Asked: July 17, 2024In: , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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Which IT security threat concerns you the most?

  1. Josepaul Jenson
    Josepaul Jenson Begginer

    Phishing attacks can be mostly avoided because most of the phishing websites looks very different from the original websites (there are exceptions to). So it's much easier to avoid such attacks easier. Data breaches are a little more scarier according to the amount of important data you have withinRead more

    Phishing attacks can be mostly avoided because most of the phishing websites looks very different from the original websites (there are exceptions to). So it’s much easier to avoid such attacks easier.

    Data breaches are a little more scarier according to the amount of important data you have within you. It’s highly effective for larger companies who depends on digital data, and breaching them would bring a lot of damage to their company.

    But ransomwares are the deadliest among these. It not only holds on to our data, but also asks ransom for freeing the data, and even can take control on the target system. The most scarier part is that everything happens under the hood, so we can’t even see or block what’s happening.

    So for me, Ransomware‘s are the most deadliest among the options that you have given.

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Gurpreet Singh
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Gurpreet SinghBegginer
Asked: July 17, 2024In: ,
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The word Secular was added to the Preamble of Indian constitution through an amendment to the Constitution. Was Indian Constitution Secular as on 26 November, 1949, Enumerate.

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  1. Parul
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    Secularism can be defined as a social order where religion is neither actively promoted nor criticized. The western concept of secularism is based on the idea of mutual exclusion i.e both religion and state must stay away from each other. The Indian concept of secularism is different as we follow thRead more

    Secularism can be defined as a social order where religion is neither actively promoted nor criticized. The western concept of secularism is based on the idea of mutual exclusion i.e both religion and state must stay away from each other. The Indian concept of secularism is different as we follow the idea of Principled Distance i.e there is no strict boundary between state and religion and they are not divided into water tight compartments as they share porous borders boundaries.

    Originally the Indian constitution did not mention the word Secularism. It was added by the 42nd Amendment in 1976 but it does not mean that The Indian constitution was not secular on 26th November 1949 when the constitution was adopted. Through various articles Indian constitution has ascertained that India is a secular nation.

    Indian secularism is based on the following ideologies:

    Nehruvian – State should not have any religion and state should not discriminate anyone on the basis of religion. Article 15 and 27.

    Gandhian – “Sarv Dharm Sambhav” i.e. all religions coexist. Religions should be treated equally and rights to practice ones religion. Article 25 and 14.

    Dr. B.R. Ambedkar – Minorities right to religion. Article 29, 30 and 17.

    Fundamental rights: 

    Article 14: Equality before law (irrespective of  religion)

    Article 15: State shall not discriminate on the basis of religion.

    Article 25 – 28: Ensure freedom of religion to all.

    Secularism forms the basics structures of the constitution. The Indian Union is not completely identified with a particular religion also it is not adverse to the use of religious symbols. Every citizen is equally entitled to the freedom of conscious and right to religion to freely profess, practice and propagate the religion of their own choice. Thus it would be correct to say that Indian constitution was secular even on 26 November 1949 before the word secularism was added in the Indian constitution by the 42nd constitutional amendment of 1976.

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Asked: July 18, 2024In: ,
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dpsp'sfundamental rights
  1. Priyal Sharma
    Priyal Sharma Begginer

    The Doctrine of Harmonious Construction states that the Fundamental Rights (FRs) and Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) of the Indian Constitution should be interpreted and applied in a way that allows them to work together in harmony and avoid conflict. The doctrine is based on the idea thRead more

    The Doctrine of Harmonious Construction states that the Fundamental Rights (FRs) and Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) of the Indian Constitution should be interpreted and applied in a way that allows them to work together in harmony and avoid conflict. The doctrine is based on the idea that the legislature does not intend to create conflicting provisions in a statute, which would be self-contradictory. The court should try to construe each provision of the Constitution so that they can function together seamlessly.

    The FRs and DPSPs are often referred to as two sides of the same coin because they both form the core of the Indian Constitution’s philosophy. The FRs are the moral rights of every individual that they should be entitled to, while the DPSP’s are guidelines that every state must adhere to while framing laws.

    Some examples of FRs include the right to equality, freedom, and freedom of religion, while some examples of DPSP’s include the right to work, education, and maternity benefits.

     

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