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This editorial is based on the news “Safeguarding Local Democracy” which was published in the Hindu. The Supreme Court has nullified the outcome of the mayor election held in Chandigarh recently under Article 142 of Constitution.
Relevancy for Prelims: Chandigarh Mayor Election, Article 142 of Constitution, Indian Judiciary, Supreme Court, Indian Constitution, Judicial Activism, and Municipalities In Indian Polity.
Relevancy for Mains: Local Democracy in India- Need, Challenges, Issue of Local Body Elections in India. |
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Supreme Court’s Intervention in Chandigarh Mayor Election:
There is a need to apply federalism and democracy principles to Union Territories and local governments to counter centralization of power and encourage participative democracy.
Prelims PYQ (2019):
With reference to the Constitution of India, prohibition or limitations or provisions contained in ordinary laws cannot act as prohibitions or limitations on the constitutional powers under Article 142. It could mean which one of the following? (a) The decisions taken by the Election Commission of India while discharging its duties cannot be challenged in any court of law. (b) The Supreme Court of India is not constrained in the exercise of its powers by laws made by the Parliament. (c) In the event of grave financial crisis in the country, the President of India can declare Financial Emergency without the counsel from the Cabinet. (d) State Legislatures cannot make laws on certain matters without the concurrence of Union Legislature Ans: (b) |
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Mains Question: The separation of powers doctrine is essential in a democratic system. Discuss its significance in India, emphasizing the concept of ‘checks and balances’. (15 Marks, 250 Words) |
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