In a modern welfare State, administrative authorities exercise vast discretionary powers affecting the rights, liberties, and livelihood of individuals. Decisions related to employment, licensing, taxation, […]
Tag: Administrative Law
21. A tribunal of limited jurisdiction passed an order by erroneous interpretation of statute. Which writ can be issued?
1. Facts of the Case A statutory tribunal constituted under a specific Act was empowered to decide disputes strictly within the limits prescribed by that […]
15. Municipal authorities failed to clear garbage causing nuisance. What writ can be issued by High Court?
Facts of the Case Municipal authorities entrusted with statutory duties relating to public sanitation and waste management failed to clear accumulated garbage in a locality. […]
22. A regulation terminated service of a woman employee on her first pregnancy. Is it valid?
1. Facts of the Case A woman employee was appointed under a statutory body governed by specific service regulations. One of the regulations provided that […]
14.Examine the concept of theory of separation of powers in India, U.K. and U.S.A
The smooth functioning of a democratic government depends upon the proper distribution of powers among different organs of the State. Concentration of all powers—legislative, executive, […]
14. A Police Constable was dismissed from service without giving him any opportunity to defend the charges. Is such dismissal valid?
Facts of the Case A Police Constable serving under the State Government was dismissed from service on the allegation of misconduct. The dismissal order was […]
26. Examine the various controls over the functioning of public corporations.
Examine the Various Controls Public corporations play a crucial role in a modern welfare State. They are created by statutes to carry out important commercial, […]
23. An interview board included the candidate’s father. Though he abstained during son’s interview, selection was challenged. Decide.
1. Facts of the Case An educational institution/university constituted an interview board for the purpose of recruitment/selection to a post. One of the members of […]
Explain the review of administrative discretion.
Meaning of Administrative Discretion Administrative discretion refers to the freedom granted by law to administrative authorities to decide how a power should be exercised in […]
13. Ornaments recovered by police were stolen from police custody after disposal of case. Should the Government compensate the owner?
Facts of the Case Certain ornaments belonging to an individual were recovered by the police during the course of investigation of a criminal case. After […]