Journal of Constitutional and Parliamentary Studies
Published in Association with Institute of Constitutional and Parliamentary Studies
Current Volume: 56 (2022 )
ISSN: 0022-0043
Periodicity: Quarterly
Month(s) of Publication: March, June, September & December
Subject: Political Science
The ‘Journal of Constitutional and Parliamentary Studies’ is a peer reviewed and refereed journal; contributions received for consideration for publication are reviewed by domain experts nominated on the Board of Reviewers.
The journal is intended to serve as an international forum to discuss the problems, processes and prospects of parliamentary democracy and legislative institutions in India and abroad and become a vehicle of advanced and specialized studies in comparative constitutional law and parliamentary procedures. The journal is not committed to any particular political ideology or party. It provides an objective and independent forum for expression of diverse viewpoints and perspectives.
Contributions for the journal are invited from persons belonging to different walks of life: legislators, jurists, political scientists, academicians and lawyers. Contributions should be sent through e-mail at 'journals-icps@sansad.nic.in'. A uniform pattern of footnotes as per Chicago style of referencing should be followed. Contributions simultaneously sent for publication elsewhere will not be entertained. Contributors must send the plagiarism check (similarity index) report generated by Turnitin software along with the manuscript. Manuscripts having similarity index as per the extant regulations will be accepted.
President Hon'ble Speaker, Lok Sabha Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha Director- General Advocate Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha Secretary-General, Rajya Sabha Secretary- General, Lok Sabha JS & FA, Ministry of Coal AS & LA, Min of Law & Justice Advocate Associate Professor, Delhi University Advocate Member, UGC and Pro Vice Chancellor, Professor of Political Science and Director, South Campus, Professor and Former Dean,
Shri Om Birla
Chairman
Shri Pinaki Misra
Shri Prasenjit Singh
Treasurer
Shri Kunwar Anand Singh
Members
Dr. Sikander Kumar
Shri P. C. Mody
Shri Utpal Kumar Singh
Ms. Nirupama Kotru
Dr. Rajiv Mani
Shri D. S. Mathur
Dr. Surender Singh Rana
Shri Jitender Parasar
Professor Sushma Yadav
Central University of Haryana, Mahendragarh, Haryana
Professor Shri Prakash Singh
University of Delhi, Delhi
Professor Amarpal Singh
University of School of Law and Legal Studies,
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, New Delhi
Editor
Dr. Ravindra Singh
Editor -in -chief
Shri Neeraj Semwal
Managing Editor
Dr. Seema Kaul Singh
Volume 56 Issue 3-4 , (Jul-2022 to Dec-2022)
Editor's Note
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Page No : i
Price: 101
Proposed National Commission on Higher Education and Research
By: N.R. Madhava Menon
Page No : 219-226
Abstract
In this article,# the author dwells on the recommendations of the National Knowledge Commission (NKC) and the Committee to Advise on Renovation and Rejuvenation of Higher Education (known as Yash Pal Committee) to bring about drastic changes to the prevailing regulatory structure of higher education. The author explains different components of the proposed legislations, on the basis of different announcements of the then Union minister of Human Resource Development. The author relates the broad contours of the then proposed ‘National Commission for Higher Education and Research Bill’ on which views and comments from different stakeholders were being solicited. The author also explains how the then proposed National Commission on Higher Education and Research (NCHER) was contemplated to subsume all regulatory bodies in the field of education including the University Grants Commission (UGC), All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), Distance Education Council (DEC) apart from the academic aspects of the professional councils. It is also explicated how the proposed reforms in higher education sought to bring it at par with international standards.
Author :
N.R. Madhava Menon : Former member of Law Commission of India and was a member of the Committee to Advise on Renovation and Rejuvenation of Higher Education (Yash Pal Committee).
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Changing Role of Judiciary in a Modern Democarcy
By: Mool Chand Sharma
Page No : 227-242
Abstract
In this article,# the author explains how democracy is a web of ‘paradoxes, dilemmas and even contradictions’, how it demands ‘internalisation of values of democracy and constitutional culture’, and ‘how this paradox is a safe path for building a secure and developed society. The author examines role of judiciary in Indian democracy in the light of the fact that every institution including the common public has an obligation to contribute to make democracy a success. The author navigates through the journey of expanding role of judiciary: starting from ‘positivism’ (when judges were confined to ‘resolution of disputes’), to traversing in the domain of policy-making including socialpolicy (of which articulation of Basic Structure doctrine is the supreme example), and now venturing into issues of ‘social justice’ and ‘public-goods’ (which are mainly the preserve of legislative and the executive wings of the State). The author discusses why the judiciary, while handling ‘social justice’ and ‘public-goods’, needs to exercise restraint and be impartial and how this concept of ‘objectivity’ in judiciary is distinct from that in the legislative and executive. The author also discusses the concept of ‘public confidence’ in the judges and relates how it is essential condition realising judicial role especially while dealing with social policy issues.
Author :
Mool Chand Sharma : The then Vice-Chancellor, Central University of Haryana, Mahendragarh (Haryana)
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The Women, The Constitution and The Law
By: P.D. Kudal
Page No : 243-259
Abstract
In this article,# the author examines the condition of women both in India and in some other countries and concludes that the women are accorded equality neither in India nor in most of the other countries and finds the customary laws as a major challenge in this regard. The author explains that there exist various provisions in the Constitution of India which afford equality to women in every sphere of life but the ground reality is far from it. The author discusses various legislative efforts to ameliorate the conditions of women in India. The author also explains how prevalence of personal laws in India have been proving a major roadblock in ensuring equal rights to the women in matters of ancestral property and maintenance in case of divorce and highlighted the need for and urgency of creation of uniform civil code in this context. The author also discusses some of the important judicial pronouncements that have resulted in securing equality to the women and contributed to improve the conditions of women in the country. The author concludes with an optimistic note that the time is not far off when women in India will enjoy real equal status with men.
Author :
P.D. Kudal : Former Judge, Rajasthan High Court.
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Legislative Process : Ideals and Reality
By: P. M. Bakshi
Page No : 260-289
Abstract
In this article,# discussing the process of legislation in ancient and medieval times, the author emphasizes that laws made by a representative assembly are considered higher laws than those enacted by an executive authority. The author then explains how a legislative proposal is conceptualised before taking a concrete shape in the executive; some of the technicalities involved in drafting legislations, and the challenges faced by private members in proposing legislations are also explained. Discussing the journey of laws in legislatures, the author explains how the role of parliamentary committees can be made more effective. Underlining the need of simple language of laws, the author explains how and why it is not achieved due to the challenges/compulsions of the draftsmen and the technical requirements. Explaining the perpetual nature of reformation of laws, the author highlights the role of legislatures, law reforms commissions/law commissions and the judiciary, in this regard. The author stresses the need and importance of putting greater information in public domain at various stages of legislation.
Author :
P. M. Bakshi : Honorary Professor, Indian Law Institute, New Delhi and the then former Member-Secretary, Law Commission of India.
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Decentralisation and People's Participations
By: Rabi Ray
Page No : 290-297
Abstract
In this article,# the author, exploring ancient Indian texts/sources, traces the existence of village panchayats in ancient India and explains that the panchayats performed administrative and judicial functions in different parts of the country and concludes that the institution survived till the advent of the British rule in India. The author explains how the adoption of zamindari and ryotwari land tenure systems by the British in India destroyed the self-contained and selfsustaining nature of the ‘ancient republics’. The author highlights the efforts towards revival of these institutions in pre-independence times as also in the post-independence era and explains how all such efforts have proved to be short of requirements. Elucidating as to how the centralised model of development has resulted into lopsided and skewed development in India, the author emphasises the necessity of devolution of power to the people at the grassroots level in a diverse and large country like India and explains the importance and necessity of village panchayats in this context. The author also attempts to allay the fears and skepticism regarding the inability and lack of competence of the village panchayats.
Author :
Rabi Ray : The then Speaker, Lok Sabha.
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Disaster Management in India : Lessons From Himalayan Tsunami
By: M. Shashidhar Reddy
Page No : 298-311
Abstract
In this article,# the author briefly discusses the progressive journey of combating natural disasters in India since the creation of National Disaster Management Authority in 2005. The author explicates that meticulous planning involving different agencies and coordinated efforts in implementation thereof have progressively resulted in improved and quicker response to natural disasters in India and the resultant decline in loss of life and property over the years. Through the natural disaster that struck the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand in the middle of June 2013 in the form of excessive rainfall, also referred as Himalayan Tsunami, the author emphasizes the significance of public awareness, syntheses of the efforts of various governmental agencies, and harmonization of efforts of government and the public in preventing and combating natural disasters. The author emphasizes how post-disaster work and measures are as important as ‘relief and rescue’ operations in case some disaster strikes. The critical role of technology advancement and robust communication network in effective handling of natural disasters also been highlighted.
Author :
M. Shashidhar Reddy : The then Vice Chairman, National Disaster Management Authority, New Delhi
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Democracy of Defections in India
By: Yogendra Narain
Page No : 312-323
Abstract
In this article,# the author discusses the issue of political defections in India and some of the advanced countries. After briefly tracing the history of defections in India, the author concludes that the phenomenon has been in existence since the pre-independence period. The author explains the circumstances leading to the enactment of Anti-Defection Act in India; narrates its weaknesses in containing the challenge of defections and the consequent amendments effected in the law to address these challenges over the years. The author analyses various provisions of the anti-defection law in juxtaposition with some of the fundamental democratic tenets and concludes that the law militates against the democratic spirit and is also antithetical to the accountability of the peoples’ representatives to their electorates. The author argues that anti-defection legislation is usually characteristic of less mature democracies. The author contends that in view of the undemocratic nature of the law, the absence of such legislation in about four-fifths of the countries of the world, and also given the fact that now India has come of age (with more than 65 years when she attained independence), the continuance of this law on the rule book needs to be reviewed.
Author :
Yogendra Narain : The then former Secretary-General of Rajya Sabha.
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Human Rights of the Disabled : World in a Slow Motion
By: A.K. Sikri
Page No : 324-368
Abstract
In this article,# the author discusses how viewing the ‘persons with disabilities’ as abnormal humans deserving pity rather than as individuals who are entitled to enjoy same opportunities and equal rights as other members of the society has resulted into their marginalisation and exclusion both from the mainstream of the society and enjoyment of their fundamental rights and freedoms. The author emphasises that the movement from patronising and paternalistic approach towards ‘persons with disabilities’ to viewing them as members of the community with equal rights has been reflected in the evolution of universal human rights over the years. The author relates how the provisions of ‘Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995’ are an effort to assimilate the ‘persons with disabilities’ in the national mainstream. The author affirms that during the last few years a modest change in the mindset of the people and policy-makers is perceptible, which is, however, slow. Through an analysis of the verdicts of the higher judiciary in several cases relating to the rights of the ‘persons with disabilities’, the author also analyses the role which the courts have played in giving proper meaning and shape to the rights conferred upon the ‘persons with disabilities’ under the Disability Act.
Author :
A.K. Sikri : Former Judge of the Supreme Court of India.
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Gandhi, Ambedkar and the Expirpation of Untouchability
By: Hirendra Nath Mukerjee
Page No : 369-390
Abstract
In this article,# the author highlights the deeply entrenched issues of caste discrimination and untouchability in the Indian society and discusses the psychological, socio-cultural, economic, and politico-constitutional nuances of the degrading practice. The author explains how the inhuman and degrading practices of caste-system and untouchability are pernicious to the cause of a democratic society. Explaining the deep caste-rigidities and prejudices and the consequent gory plight of the untouchables, the author attempts to shake the national conscience. The author discusses the perspectives of Ambedkar and Gandhi on the caste system and their respective approaches to the elimination of the curse of untouchability from the Indian society and, in the process, also highlights the points of discord between their respective approaches. The author narrates how implementation of the constitutional measure of reservation for ameliorating the plight of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes has fallen short of the requirements and also the stance of the caste Hindus towards the untouchables leading to the exasperation of Ambedkar towards the end of his life.
Author :
Hirendra Nath Mukerjee : Former Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha.
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Nehru's Conception of Equality
By: Upendra Baxi
Page No : 391-398
Abstract
In this article,# the author explains how Nehru viewed ‘equality’ as ‘real’ or ‘definite’ rather than ‘abstract’ or ‘metaphysical’ virtue. The author reveals the ‘Prime Minister’ and ‘political philosopher’ aspects of Nehru vis-à-vis the concept of ‘equality’ and, citing certain constitutional provisions, brings-out the conflict between the two facets of his personality in regard to equality. The author explains how Nehru viewed the Constitution as a means to ensure equality in the country and in the process viewed the ‘lawyerly culture’ as a potential obstacle in the task of transforming constitutional India into a radically egalitarian Indian society. The author highlights the secular aspects of Nehru and how he considered constitutional secularism as the only and the best way to realise the spirit of equality. The author elabortes the views of Nehru regarding caste-system in India and explains how caste-system militates against the concept of equality. The author also briefly narrates the views on equality of the troika of Nehru, Gandhi and Ambedkar highlighting that a comparative analysis of their conception of equality has been wanting and desired.
Author :
Upendra Baxi : Former Vice-Chancellor, University of Delhi.
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The Status and Need for a Second Experience
By: A. Chakrapani
Page No : 399-405
Abstract
In this article,# the author relates the pattern of bicameral legislatures in leading countries of the world and discusses the method of election/selection of members of the upper houses and their role, powers and functions vis-à-vis the lower houses in several of the countries having bicameral legislatures. The author refers to the discussion on the necessity of second chamber in the Constituent Assembly narrates the main provisions in regard to the second chambers under the Constitution of India. The author also dwells on the differences in the status of the Council of States and the legislative councils in the states.
Relating some of the instances of abolishing second chambers in some of the states, the author relates how extra-merit and political considerations have been at work behind abolition of the second chambers in the states. Underscoring the benefits of second chambers in the states, the author explains how the second chambers can play constructive and useful role in the governance of states especially when the legislative assemblies have been dissolved or placed under suspended animation.
Author :
A. Chakrapani : Former Chairman, Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council.
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Jan- to Jun-2022
Editor's Note
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Juristic Concepts of Ancient Indian Polity : Constitutional Theory
By: Nagendra Singh
Page No : 1-25
Abstract
In this article,# the author traces the origin and objective of the State during Vedic and imperial times in ancient India. The author also discusses the functions that the State had to perform as soon as order was restored from chaos and anarchy and the State was born in ancient India. According to the author, danda or force was the central pivot of the theory of the State, but it was strictly restricted and regularized by that of dharma or divine law and hence the author concludes that the ancient State, though stipulated a sanction to prop the authority of the State, was in no sense a military dictatorship. Illustrating the factors limiting the authority of the king during ancient India, the author explains the overall supremacy of dharma and elucidates how the king, who was the embodiment of danda, was destroyed if he acted contrary to the known laws of dharmashastras. The author explains how the State in ancient India was considered a living entity and was comparable with the human body as also with the trees. The author also undertakes a comparison between the elements of modern nation State and those of the State in ancient India.
Author :
Nagendra Singh : The then former President, International Court of Justice, The Hague.
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Juristic Concepts of Ancient Indian Polity : Politico-Constitutional Organisations
By: Nagendra Singh
Page No : 26-73
Abstract
In this article,# the author explains that ancient India witnessed both monarchical and republican forms of State and explains their respective political organizations. The author elaborates the politico-administrative structure of monarchies in ancient India during Vedic period, Brahmanic period, Magadhan Empire, Gupta Empire and during the reigns of Kushan and Harsha. The author also explains the structure and functions of important politico-administrative entities existing at different periods in ancient India and explicates the position of the king visà-vis these entities during the respective empires/ regimes. Citing some ancient sources, the author then explains the existence of individual republican States as also ‘confederal’ republics during ancient India and delineates the political organization and functioning of the republics at the time of Alexander’s invasion and Mauryan age. The author explains the executive and legislative wings of the republics as also provides an elaborate view of the procedures and practices governing deliberations in the ‘Assembly’ or the legislative wing of the republics during that period. The author also briefly discusses the decline and fall of the republics in ancient India.
Author :
Nagendra Singh : The then former President, International Court of Justice, The Hague.
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Juristic Concepts of Ancient Indian Polity : Legal Concepts-I (Sources and Sovereignty)
By: Nagendra Singh
Page No : 74-101
Abstract
In this article,# the author describes the sources of law during different ages in ancient India starting from the Vedic age up to the Gupta Empire. The sources of law in the ancient Indian republics are also described. The author also sought to highlight the relative importance of different sources of law during different ages and explains the kinds of law prevailed in ancient India and how conflicts between different kinds of laws were resolved. Further, the author also explains how priority was given to dharma and customs over laws and concludes that the sources of law of ancient India were potent, balanced, vast and elaborate. The author also explains the concept of sovereignty in ancient Indian monarchies and republics. The concept of sovereignty in ancient India is viewed through the prism of theories of sovereignty propounded by the Western political scientists. A comparison between the concept of sovereignty during ancient and modern times is also drawn. The concepts of citizenship, nationality and aliens in ancient Indian monarchies and republics are also discussed in the article.
Author :
Nagendra Singh : The then former President, International Court of Justice, The Hague.
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Juristic Concepts of Ancient Indian Polity : Legal Concepts-II (Judicial Mechanism)
By: Nagendra Singh
Page No : 102-128
Abstract
In this article,# the author lists certain ingredients of adjudication mechanism with a view to assess the basic value and overall capacity of our ancient judicial system during the course of Indian history. The author discusses the existence and working of judicial mechanism during ancient India. Highlighting that the organization of the judiciary differed during different regimes, the author examines the evolution, structure and working of the judicial machinery both in the republics that existed during ancient India as also during the long monarchical regimes spreading from the Vedic times to the imperial Mauryas through the Guptas. The author also discusses the guidelines for use of discretionary power and the role of one’s own conscience in adjudication. The author also explains the concepts of ‘legal procedure’ and ‘law of evidence’ in ancient India in detail with reference of smritis like Yajnavalkyasmriti, Manusmriti, Nardasmriti, Gautamasmriti, Katyayanasmriti, etc.
Author :
Nagendra Singh : The then former President, International Court of Justice, The Hague.
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Juristic Concepts of Ancient Indian Polity : Legal Concepts-III (Some Other Concepts)
By: Nagendra Singh
Page No : 129-148
Abstract
In this article,# the author describes how the concept of crime and punishment in ancient India differed and evolved over the Vedic age, the Magadhan empire, the Buddhist Empire of Ashoka, and through the empires of the Guptas and Harsha in ancient India. The author thereafter discusses the position of humanitarian law in ancient India. In this process, the author elaborates not merely the rules of warfare in ancient Indian polity but the weapons of warfare and acts or actions prohibited in warfare, as well, to emphasise how humanitarian aspect was not lost sight of even during hostile environment and circumstances. The author explains as to how criminal law in India was systematic, welldefined and had developed on a logical and scientific basis. In the next part of the article, the author explains the concept of property in ancient India and defines the corporate concept of property including its nature and forms. The author explains how the concept of individual property evolved in ancient India and then describes the sources of individual property and in the process also dwells on the concept of ‘exclusive women’s property’ or the concept of stridhana.
Author :
Nagendra Singh : The then former President, International Court of Justice, The Hague.
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Law Reforms in a Democratic Society
By: Lord Scarman
Page No : 149-176
Abstract
In this article,# explaining the necessity and importance of law reform, the author briefly explains the process of law reform in the United Kingdom till the enactment of British Law Commissions Act in June 1965, which provided for constituting Law Commission to ensure systematic development and reform of the law. The author analyses the working of the Law Commission (England and Wales) created under the Act. The author also differentiates among the working of the Law Commission, Parliament and the courts and explains how the ‘Review of the law’ with a view to its reform is the duty of the Law Commission; making new law is the duty of Parliament; interpreting the law is the duty of the courts. The author has assessed the performance of Law Commission on the basis of three-fold criteria of the ‘quality of the Law Commission’s achievement’, the ‘impact of its existence and achievement on the development of the law’ and the ‘future of law reform in the United Kingdom’.
Author :
Lord Scarman : The then Law Lord, House of Lords.
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Judiciary and Legislature Under the Constitution
By: Somnath Chatterjee
Page No : 177-193
Abstract
In this article,# relating some of the important provisions of the Constitution, the author concludes how the framers of the Constitution intended to build mutual relationship between the democratic institutions and the judiciary by not conferring overriding powers to any of the organs. The author remarks that even though the constitutional limits on mutual powers have been usually respected, how, despite the well-recognised scheme of separation of powers in the Constitution of India, in certain cases, judicial intervention in the procedural aspects of the legislatures has created some anomalous situations. The author emphasizes that the Constitution is the supreme law, and no organ of State should go beyond what has been constitutionally assigned to it and affirms that it is the duty of all the three organs to ensure that this balance is scrupulously adhered to. The author also states how due to the weaknesses in the respective working of the different organs of State in India, people’s faith in these institutions has been eroding and cautions that once that faith is lost, no force or army will be able to protect these institutions.
Author :
Somnath Chatterjee : The then Hon’ble Speaker, Lok Sabha.
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Right to Silence of the Accused Under Constitution of India
By: Shiv Narayan Dhingra
Page No : 194-203
Abstract
In this article,# the author discusses how judicial interpretation of Article 20(3) of the Constitution of India in some of the cases wherein courts have held that an accused cannot be compelled to give his blood/ hair sample etc. during investigation or during the trial since this would infringe the right of the accused conferred by Article 20(3) has created an anomalous situation. The author affirms that the Right to Silence under Article 20(3) granted to an accused needs to be interpreted in consonance with the other statutory provisions and that the right is not an absolute and unqualified right. The author then explains how the interpretation is not in consonance with the spirit of Section 27 of the Indian Evidence Act and has made it difficult for the investigating agencies in securing evidence against and guilt of the accused. The author also explains how by extending the scope of Article 20(3), the courts are shutting the doors towards scientific investigation and how the interpretation is antithetical to the interests of the society and the State. The author argues that since the courts are parts of the State, judicial interpretations must serve the cause of the State and must be in the benefit of the society.
Author :
Shiv Narayan Dhingra : The then Justice, Delhi High Court.
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Reinforcing Institutions of Governance
By: P.P. Rao
Page No : 204-217
Abstract
In this article,# the author states that though India is a country with tremendous potential and immense natural and human resources, due to certain constraints we are not able to fulfill the dreams of the Founding Fathers of the nation. The author argues how ethics in politics are declining and the integrity of legislatures is being questioned. The author also explains how linguistic chauvinism is engulfing the political arena of the nation and is posing a challenge to the integration of the country. Commending the work of the Election Commission, the author explains how the Commission needs to be strengthened to counter such political scenarios. The author also critically examines the working of the other institutions of governance like governor, civil services, public service commission/s, and judiciary and points out the issues pertinent to them which need to be resolved for the betterment of the nation. The author also makes some suggestions to strengthen these institutions to march ahead with renewed determination towards the goals of unity and integrity of India. The author also discusses required amendments in the Constitution of India to make the institutions of governance effective and deliver.
Author :
P.P. Rao : The then Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of India.
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Jan- to Jun-2021
Social Justice and Law (First Part of Lecture)
By: K. Subba Rao
Page No : 1-38
Price: 101
Social Justice and Law (Second Part of Lecture)
By: K. Subba Rao
Page No : 39-69
Price: 101
Social Justice and Law (Third Part of Lecture)
By: K. Subba Rao
Page No : 70-107
Price: 101
Impact of Secularism on Life and Law (First Part of Lecture)
By: M. H. Beg
Page No : 108-129
Price: 101
Impact of Secularism on Life and Law (Second Part of Lecture)
By: M. H. Beg
Page No : 130-149
Price: 101
National Development and Public Administration
By: K. Vijaya Bhaskara Reddy
Page No : 150-160
Price: 101
Britain and India: Democratic Giants
By: Betty Boothroyd
Page No : 161-171
Price: 101
Financial Accountability of the Executive to the Parliament
By: Murli Manohar Joshi
Page No : 172-179
Price: 101
Annexure
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By: मुरली मनोहर जोशी
Page No : 181-189
Price: 101
Jul- to Dec-2021
Constitution and Civil Liberties (First Part of Lecture)
(Second Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Lecture)
By: H.R. Khanna
Page No : 191-206
Author :
H.R. Khanna
The then Chairman, Law Commission of India, and the then former Judge, Supreme Court of India.
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Constitution and Civil Liberties (First Part of Lecture)
(Second Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Lecture)
By: H.R. Khanna
Page No : 207-223
Author :
H.R. Khanna
The then Chairman, Law Commission of India, and the then former Judge, Supreme Court of India.
Price: 101
The Constitution and the Public Services
(Second Lal Bahadur Shastri Memorial Lecture)
By: M.L. Shahare
Page No : 224-242
Author :
M.L. Shahare
The then Chairman, Union Public Service Commission, Government of India.
Price: 101
The Role of Private Members in Parliament
(Sixth G.V. Mavalankar Memorial Lecture)
By: R. Venkataraman
Page No : 243-250
Author :
R. Venkataraman
The then former President of India.
Price: 101
Union-State Relations in India Legislative Relations
(Third Dr. Rajendra Prasad Memorial Lecture)
By: R.C.S. Sarkar
Page No : 251-280
Author :
R.C.S. Sarkar
The then former Law Secretary to the Government of India and the then former Chairman, Union Public Service Commission.
Price: 101
Union-State Relations in India Political and Administrative Relations
(Third Dr. Rajendra Prasad Memorial Lecture)
By: R.C.S. Sarkar
Page No : 281-318
Author :
R.C.S. Sarkar
The then former Law Secretary to the Government of India and the then former Chairman, Union Public Service Commission.
Price: 101
Union-State Relations in India Financial Relations
(Third Dr. Rajendra Prasad Memorial Lecture)
By: R.C.S. Sarkar
Page No : 319 -371
Author :
R.C.S. Sarkar
The then former Law Secretary to the Government of India and the then former Chairman, Union Public Service Commission.
Price: 101
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