Introduction The Vice President of India is the second-highest constitutional office in the country, acting as a link between the executive and legislative branches. However, a long-standing debate persists regarding whether the role is merely ceremonial or if it holds substantive responsibilities. The Indian Constitution, historical precedents, and political developments shape the understanding of this…
Introduction The Vice President of India holds a significant constitutional position, serving as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha and the second-highest dignitary in the country. While the Vice President does not have extensive executive powers, the Indian Constitution provides a structured procedure for their removal, ensuring accountability and maintaining the integrity of the…
The Vice President of India holds a significant constitutional position, serving as the second-highest authority in the country. The office of the Vice President is modeled on the lines of the American Vice Presidency but has distinct features that align with India’s parliamentary system. The Vice President plays a dual role—he is the ex-officio Chairman…
Introduction The Vice President of India holds a significant position in the country’s political framework. As the second-highest constitutional office, the Vice President acts as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha and serves as a standby in case of a vacancy in the office of the President. The process of electing the Vice President…
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Part IV of the Indian Constitution deals with the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP). It includes Articles 36 to 51 and serves as guidelines for the government to establish a welfare state in India. List of Articles Under Part 4: Key Points to Remember: Would you like a detailed explanation on any specific article?
Introduction The Governor plays a crucial role in the Indian political system as the constitutional head of a state. Acting as a link between the Union and State Governments, the Governor is entrusted with maintaining the federal balance by ensuring that the state functions within the framework of the Constitution. While the Governor is the…
The Constitution of India, adopted in 1950, lays down provisions related to citizenship in Part II, which comprises Articles 5 to 11. These articles define who is considered a citizen of India at the commencement of the Constitution and empower the Parliament to regulate future aspects of citizenship. Let’s examine each of these articles in…
The Legislative Council, also known as the Vidhan Parishad, is the upper house of a state’s legislature in India. It is provided for under Article 169 of the Indian Constitution. However, not all states have a Legislative Council; only a few states, such as Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Karnataka, currently have one. The creation or…
Introduction The office of the President of India is an important pillar of the country’s constitutional democracy. Unlike many presidential systems worldwide where the head of state wields immense executive power, the Indian President functions primarily as a ceremonial head. The structure of India’s Constitution ensures a clear separation of powers, and various legal and…