Constitutional & Public Law
Nature and scope, rule of law, separation of powers, delegated legislation, natural justice, administrative discretion and adjudication, judicial review, remedies, State liability, ombudsman.
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Administrative Law is studied in seven units, from what administrative law is and why it grew, to how a citizen can get information, complain against corruption and hold public bodies to account. It is at work whenever a person applies for a driving licence, pays property tax, appears in a…
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Administrative law is "the law relating to the administration. It determines the organization, powers, and duties of administrative authorities.
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This case is a landmark on the separation of powers, where the Court held that the functions and powers of the executive may overlap with the legislature, and a rigid separation is impractical.
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Administrative discretion refers to the ability of government officials to make decisions and choose from various options without being bound by strict rules or criteria. In simpler terms, it means officials have the fr…
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The concept of the separation of powers has ancient roots, dating back to Aristotle in ancient Greece. In the 16th and 17th centuries, the idea was further developed by French philosopher John Bodin and British politici…
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The doctrine of ultra vires is a fundamental concept in administrative law. It serves as the foundation for judicial review to control the actions of administrative authorities. Ultra vires means actions taken beyond th…
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The rule against bias is a core principle of natural justice, ensuring that any decision-making authority is made up of impartial individuals who act fairly and without prejudice. Bias refers to any preconceived opinion…
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Constitutional law and administrative law are closely connected. While administrative law focuses on the organization, powers, functions, and duties of administrative authorities, constitutional law addresses the genera…
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Remedies against Administrative Action can be Constitutional, Statutory, or Equitable.
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Article 300 of the Indian Constitution addresses the tortious liability of the administration. This article is divided into three main parts:
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The term "Rule of Law" comes from the French expression 'La Principe de Legalite,' meaning the principle of legality. It refers to a government system based on law and justice, in contrast to a dictatorship.
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Understanding the classification of delegated legislation helps the legal community grasp the nature and extent of delegated powers, providing a clearer picture of the legal landscape.
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Administrative actions refer to actions taken under administrative law, which deals with the powers and duties of government authorities. These actions are legal measures related to public administrative bodies, aimed a…
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'Administrative decision-making' or 'Administrative Adjudication' emerged as a result of the growing role of government in people's lives and the increasing need for legal decisions that align with social policies. This…
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