What do you think, Which fundamental right is not a right rather than a discrimination for the rest of the people?
Federalism, in simple terms, refers to the division of powers and responsibilities between the different forms of government. In the context of India, the terms show little variation. Instead of a complete separation of powers and responsibilities, certain powers are vested in both the central and sRead more
Federalism, in simple terms, refers to the division of powers and responsibilities between the different forms of government. In the context of India, the terms show little variation. Instead of a complete separation of powers and responsibilities, certain powers are vested in both the central and state governments. Thus, we could say that Indian federalism is cooperative federalism. To understand this better, one must know that the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution guarantees the division of powers between state and centre. Although the constitution doesn’t directly refer to the federal governance structure, the Seventh Schedule divides powers between the Union and states through three lists: the Union List (centre subjects), the State List (state subjects), and the Concurrent List (the central and state governments) (subjects). Thus, Indian federalism is a unique blend of federalism and unitarianism, thus safely referred to as a quasifederal system. This may sound impressive, but it does come with challenges.
- The intricate balance between centralization and regionalism poses challenges.
- A powerful central authority may be perceived as encroaching, while robust regional movements can jeopardise national unity. For example, the revocation of Article 370 without the consent of Jammu and Kashmir’s legislature is a prime example of this dilemma.
- Regional dissatisfaction which stems from calls for autonomy, such as those from the Bodos and Gorkhas.
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The Right to Equality guarantees that all individuals are equal before the law and provides for the prohibition of discrimination on grounds such as religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. However, the interpretation and implementation of this right can sometimes lead to controversial outcomeRead more
The Right to Equality guarantees that all individuals are equal before the law and provides for the prohibition of discrimination on grounds such as religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. However, the interpretation and implementation of this right can sometimes lead to controversial outcomes:
In these scenarios, the challenge lies in balancing the need for equal treatment with the need to address historical injustices and provide opportunities for disadvantaged groups. The goal is to create a fair and just society where the rights and opportunities of all individuals are upheld, but the execution of such policies must be carefully managed to avoid creating new forms of discrimination.
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